Afterschool Teacher- ABC Nature Academy Job at ABC and LOL Child Care Center and Preschool, Johnsbury, VT

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  • ABC and LOL Child Care Center and Preschool
  • Johnsbury, VT

Job Description


Summary

ABC Nature Academy is a program created with our community and the child and family in mind. This afterschool program serves children 5-13 years of age. Our mission is to strive to create a curriculum that focuses on exploration, discovery, creative expression, exciting adventures, and social and emotional well-being. Self-identity is at the core of meaningful learning, and therefore, we provide unique opportunities through supported learning situations that promote positive experiences. Our highly qualified staff advocates for inclusive and equitable practices throughout the program. We open-heartedly strive to create an environment that includes supportive communication between staff members, guardians, and children. We pride ourselves in providing high-quality child care that focuses on the individual needs of each and every child in a reliable and safe environment. 

This Nature-based program will consist of endless adventures outdoors. Our goal is to engage children in developmentally appropriate learning opportunities within our natural surroundings. We will provide themed-based enrichment during the summer, vacations, and daily afterschool. To offer messy learning and play that they may not get outside the center.

Abc Nature Academy is an extension of our ABC and LOL programs located in St. Johnsbury, Peacham, and Cabot. This program was created due to the increasing need for child care for children ages 5-12 years of age. Our location is a newly renovated 1800?s farm house located on three acres of land. The property has an extensive place for outdoor education and enrichment that includes large raised gardens, Mud kitchens, space for climbing, exploring in the woods, lawn games, and much more.

Duties

* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Dedication to exploring nature and the natural environment
* Strong knowledge in developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum
* Be skilled at time management and be able to handle multiple tasks
* Work well as a team member
* Maintain a positive and encouraging attitude
* Demonstrate the ability to communicate positively with Elementary aged children
* Ability to plan fun and engaging activities

Requirements

  • The ability to take frequent walks, use hands and fingers, handle objects, tools or controls, talk to and hear voices at many levels. May also be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
  • Must be able to see up close and up to a certain distance, to see colors.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • A strong understanding of child development.
  • As an assistant teacher, the employee must be at least 18 years old

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working with children
  • Flexible schedule
  • Great communication skills with co-teachers

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • IRA plan with 3% match
  • BCBS Health Insurance
  • Supplemental l insurance
  • Paid Professional Development opportunities
  • Employee Child Care discount
  • Gym Membership
  • Paid planning time
  • Educational counseling and support to further your education
  • and many other benefits

Job Tags

Full time, Summer holiday, Outdoor, Flexible hours,

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