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Part-time preschool teacher

Job Title: Part-Time Preschool Teacher

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Locations: Katy, Cypress, Spring, Downtown Houston​

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Position Summary: Join The Wild School, Houston's premier nature preschool, and help children ages 3-6 forge a deep, lifelong connection with the outdoors. Our mission is to inspire a love for nature through immersive, hands-on experiences that promote curiosity, creativity, and a sense of adventure. We are dedicated to providing a unique educational environment where children can explore, learn, and grow in the great outdoors.

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We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, and nature-competent educator to teach at our forest preschool programs. If you are passionate about outdoor education and fostering young children’s love for nature, we would love to hear from you.

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Position Schedule: This is a part-time, school-year position, running from September to May.

The typical schedule will be Monday-Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.

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Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with a co-instructor and Preschool Director to design and implement engaging and cohesive programs for children aged 3-6

  • Provide high-quality outdoor education instruction in various settings, such as creeks, outdoor play areas, and forest hikes

  • Communicate weekly with parents and families about program curriculum, logistics, and individual student progress

  • Maintain a safe and functional learning environment in all weather conditions, ensuring children are engaged and supported

  • Collaborate and communicate with a parent volunteer during classes

  • Contribute to the upkeep of outdoor classroom items

  • Assist with outreach on social media and at local events to promote The Wild School’s programs

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Preschool Schedule: The preschool semester runs from the week of September 15, 2024, through the week of May 25, 2025.

  • First Week of Class: September 15th

  • Last Week of Class: May 28th

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Holiday Breaks:

  • Veterans Day: Monday, November 11

  • Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29

  • Winter Break: December 23 - January 3

  • Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.: Monday, January 20

  • Spring Break: March 10-21

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Required Qualifications:

  • At least one year of previous experience in Early Childhood Education or a related field

  • Enthusiasm for working with young children and a passion for introducing them to the natural world

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with parents, caregivers, and children

  • CPR and First Aid Certification (must be obtained before employment begins)

  • Background check required for employment

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Required Skills:

  • Interest and Continued Education in the following areas:

    • General naturalist studies

    • Basic outdoor skills

    • Wildlife track identification

    • Navigation and mapping

    • Central Texas hazards

    • Basic flora and fauna identification for Central Texas

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Creativity, responsibility, organization, and self-direction within small teaching teams

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Preferred Skills/Training:

  • Two or more years of experience teaching preschool-aged children in the outdoors

  • Experience with nature connection mentoring

  • Background in play-based pedagogy, informal learning, or European-based forest schools

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Compensation:

  • $16-$19 per hour, depending on experience

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Benefits:

  • Paid training and professional development

  • Training manual provided at the time of hiring

  • 30% off classes and preschool for your children

  • Possibility to extend employment into the summer for summer camps in 2025

 

If you are excited about the opportunity to work in a dynamic and natural setting, fostering a love for the outdoors in young children, we encourage you to apply.

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