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Currently Hiring Preschool Teacher - Cairn Hill Nature Preschool
Cairn Hill Nature Preschool is seeking a nurturing and energetic educator with enthusiasm for bringing Nature education to families in Lynn, Massachusetts.
We are located on 70 quiet acres of pristine woodlands on the Lynn/Salem border, 15 miles north of Boston. The school has two classrooms, serving a maximum of 34 children, aged 2.9-5 years. www.cairnhillpreschool.org Cairn Hill’s mission is to prepare children from all backgrounds for personal and academic success through joyful learning opportunities rooted in nature, play and the arts.
We are seeking a dynamic team player who loves children and enjoys the outdoors. We offer extensive training in a supportive learning environment with art and nature specialists, small class sizes, and opportunity for growth. Position is full- or part-time and commences immediately.
Salary$20-$24/hour, commensurate with experience. Generous signing bonus.
Qualifications and Duties:
Collaborative and flexible mindset with demonstrated ability to work in close communication with colleagues and families
Strong skills in empathy and listening with a desire to meet young children with compassion and patience
Passion for working with children one-on-one and in small groups
Openness to learning about risk assessment and class management in an outdoor learning environment
Observe and supervise children's behavior and learning indoors and outdoors, maintaining safety protocols and consistency with school pedagogy and philosophy of guiding children through warmth, connection, and child-led play and exploration
Ability to walk and work outside in all-weather, embracing nature-inspired curriculum
Regular professional development trainings
Educational and Experience Requirements:
Meets EEC Minimum hiring requirements for Teachers/Lead Teachers
Preschool teaching experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Excellent Benefits:
Paid Professional Training
Tuition Reimbursement and 3 Weeks’ Paid Vacation/Holidays for full-time teachers; 2 Weeks Optional Unpaid Vacation
Health and Dental Insurance with employer cost sharing