Lead teacher

Lavender Hill Preschool & Kindergarten; Western Cape; On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established early childhood program is seeking a warm and creative Lead Teacher for the 2025–26 school year. This part-time role offers a nurturing environment where children thrive through nature-based learning and holistic pedagogies. The ideal candidate will have a deep respect for young children, excellent communication skills, and extensive teaching experience. Enjoy the benefits of on-site housing and a supportive teaching community in a beautiful setting. Join a passionate team dedicated to fostering a love for learning and connection with the natural world.

Benefits

On-site housing

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive teaching community

Qualifications

• Experience with nature-based education and holistic pedagogies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with families.

Responsibilities

• Guide young children through nature-based daily activities.
• Collaborate with staff to implement the curriculum.
• Maintain a safe and beautiful learning environment.

Skills

Nature-based education

Waldorf pedagogy

Reggio Emilia approach

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

Early Childhood Education credentials

5 years of teaching experience

Job description

Lead Teacher (Fall 2025–26)

Lavender Hill – Longmont, CO

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM Sept 2, 2025-May 30th 2026

Salary: $28,000–$35,000 9 months (commensurate with experience)

Possible Housing Included

Lavender Hill, a Waldorf/Reggio-inspired nature-based early childhood program nestled in the heart of Longmont, CO, is seeking a warm, experienced, and creative Lead Teacher to join our close-knit community for the 2025–26 school year. Lavender Hill is a family childcare home and the school resides in the home.

About Us:

For over five years, Lavender Hill has provided a nurturing, play-based environment where children thrive in rhythm, imagination, and connection with the natural world. Our program blends Waldorf and Reggio Emilia approaches with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning and respectful relationships. We partner with land stewards to bring children into living connection with the earth.

Position Overview:

The Lead Teacher will hold space for a mixed-age early childhood group in our morning program (ages 2–5), fostering a loving, developmentally appropriate, and consistent environment. This is a part-time, salaried position with on-site housing included.

Responsibilities:

• Guide a class of young children through a daily rhythm rooted in nature, play, storytelling, movement, and seasonal activities
• Collaborate with assistant staff and directors to plan and implement curriculum
• Communicate regularly and respectfully with families
• Maintain a clean, beautiful, and safe indoor and outdoor learning environment
• Participate in ongoing reflection and professional development

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• A deep respect for young children and nature-based education
• Experience with Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, or similar holistic pedagogies
• At least 5 years of early childhood teaching experience
• A strong sense of rhythm, creativity, and initiative
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• ECE credentials or willingness to pursue Colorado licensing requirements

Benefits Include:

• On-site housing (private bedroom) with shared living space included with employment)
• Paid holidays and professional development opportunities
• A warm, supportive teaching community
• Meaningful work in a beautiful, nature-rich setting

To Apply:

Please send a resume, a brief letter of interest, and 2–3 references to [your contact email or application link]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.