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Nature Preschool Teacher- 1 position

Apple Blossoms Forest School
Start Date: September 8, 2026
Pay: $24–$30/hour (based on education and experience)
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (16 hours/week), with the opportunity to add 4–8 more hours after two months.

Do you...

Get excited when you find a cool mushroom on a walk?

Believe rainy days are just another adventure?

Enjoy building campfires, telling stories, creating art with sticks and leaves, and watching children discover the world through play?

If you answered "yes," you might be exactly who we're looking for.

At Apple Blossoms Forest School, childhood happens outside. We believe children learn best by climbing logs, splashing in puddles, asking big questions, and following their curiosity. Our Waldorf-inspired, play-based program serves children ages 2–5 in parks and forests, where wonder is part of every day.

What You'll Do

As one half of our co-teaching team, you'll help guide a small class of just eight children through meaningful outdoor adventures.

Your days might include:

Leading child-led exploration and play
Cooking snacks over the fire
Chopping kindling and preparing the campfire
Shoveling snow or sweeping the outdoor classroom
Checking for trail hazards and wildlife activity
Helping little hands zip coats, pull on muddy boots, and build independence
Creating beautiful, nature-inspired learning experiences
Building strong relationships with children and families

We're Looking For Someone Who...

Loves being outdoors in every season
Believes play is powerful learning
Has experience working with young children (2+ years preferred)
Has (or is working toward) a degree in Early Childhood Education, Outdoor Education, or a related field
Communicates with warmth, professionalism, and kindness
Can pass a background check

Don't meet every qualification? Please apply anyway. Research has shown that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. We value diverse experiences and welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds.

Perks

$24–30/hour DOE
Paid holidays and paid leave
50% tuition discount for your child
Free CPR/First Aid (including Wilderness First Aid) training if needed
Opportunity for additional hours after two months
A joyful workplace where nature is your classroom

Ready to Join Us?

If your ideal classroom has trees instead of walls and muddy boots instead of desks, we'd love to meet you.

Send your resume, cover letter, and three references to:

Lacey Hemming
Apple Blossoms Forest School
abbcak@gmail.com

Come help children build confidence, curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of nature—one muddy adventure at a time.