Teacher - Nature Preschool at Boston Outdoor Preschool Network, Inc. Teacher - Nature Preschool at Boston Outdoor Preschool Network, Inc. in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts Posted in 4 days ago.

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full-time What you'll doCurriculum & learningSupport the implementation of engaging, hands-on nature-based activities including art, music, motor skill development, and outdoor exploration. Help guide children through daily routines, social-emotional learning, and conflict resolution while fostering curiosity, confidence, and a connection to the natural world. Observe and document children's growth to support progress reports and family conferences.

Team collaboration & classroom supportCollaborate closely with co-teachers to maintain a supportive, inclusive classroom environment. Help ensure substitute teachers, interns, and volunteers have the information they need to effectively support the class. Provide classroom or site coverage as needed to maintain safe staffing ratios and support program operations.

Family engagementBuild warm, positive relationships with families through daily in-person communication and participation in parent-teacher conferences. Assist with communication through email or ProCare when needed. Represent the organization professionally and respectfully when interacting with families, site partners, and the public.

Safety & complianceConduct daily environmental safety checks and name-to-face checks during every transition. Maintain EEC-required certifications and documentation, including EEC Essentials 2.0 requirements, and uphold all health, safety, sanitation, supervision, and recordkeeping standards (CMR 606). Ensure children remain in safe, hazard-free environments both indoors and outdoors.

Schedule & BenefitsThis is a part-time salaried position scheduled for approximately 24 hours per week. Teaching hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM12:00 PM, with additional paid prep time built into the schedule each week.

The school calendar includes paid holidays and seasonal breaks that closely align with local public school calendars, including major vacation weeks and observed holidays.

What we're looking forEEC Teacher Professional Certification (required)Suitable Background Check (required)EEC StrongStart Essentials 2.0 Training certificate & Refresher (Required)Experience engaging children of varying ages, abilities, and backgroundsExperience with nature-based or experiential learning preferredStrong understanding of child development and social-emotional learningCollaborative, flexible, and team-oriented mindsetExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsPhysical requirementsThis role involves frequent bending, squatting, walking on trails, and lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. You'll work outdoors in varied weather conditions on uneven terrain and love it.

Contingencies of EmploymentEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of all required background checks (including those required by EEC regulations), reference checks, verification of credentials and qualifications, and any other pre-employment requirements applicable to the position.

At Will EmploymentEmployment with BOPN will be on an at will basis, meaning that either you or BOPN may terminate your employment at any time. BOPN also reserves the right to modify or amend the terms of your employment at any time for any reason. Although your job duties, title, compensation, as well as BOPNs personnel policies and procedures may change from time to time, the at will nature of your employment may only be changed in an express written agreement signed by you or your representative and BOPNs leadership. Equal Opportunity EmployerBOPN is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin (including hairstyles associated with those groups), religion or religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, mental illness, genetic information or genetic test results, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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