Teaching Assistant, Mixed-Age Kindergarten

Teaching Assistant Position, Mixed-Age Kindergarten

Westbrook Nature School is seeking an entry-level, part-time Teaching Assistant for our Mixed-Age Kindergarten Class, ages 3 to 6, starting the 2023-24 school year. Ideal candidates must love both children and nature, have a talent for outdoor work, everyday in all kinds of weather. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, energetic, fit and strong, who brings warmth and joy to their work with young children. Please note that teachers need to be comfortable working outside all morning in sunshine, rain, snow, wind, and muddy conditions.

Candidates must be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and assist in all aspects of daily activities including snack preparation and classroom maintenance. Candidates should have a strong interest to continue learning about child development and the natural world.

This hourly position is five days a week from September through early June as follows:

Monday, Thursday, & Friday from 8:00am to 1:30pm
&
Tuesday & Wednesday from 8:00am to 12:45pm

Occasional events on weekends throughout the school year.
Training and orientation to begin in late August.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and resume to
Danielle Caldwell, Director, at info@westbrooknatureschool.org.

Westbrook Nature School
7 Long Ridge Road, West Redding, CT 06896
203-664-1554
westbrooknatureschool.org