Overview:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Educator to join our team. As an Assistant Educator, you will play a vital role in shaping the lives of children and providing them with a strong foundation for their education in our nature immersive setting. This position offers an opportunity to work in an alternative educational setting with a focus on early childhood education while outdoors. This position begins at the beginning of September 2026.

Duties:

• Attendance is necessary from September to December & March to May, it's a position with holiday breaks (Fall, Winter, and Spring Break)
• Observe, facilitate, and reflect on learning experiences with JNS students, using these moments as the guide for future learning experiences.
• Support Lead Educators in facilitating learning and development in alignment with teaching philosophies such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and International Baccalaureate's Primary Years Programme.
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their well-being and welfare at all times.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that prioritizes engagement and collaboration among students, both as individuals and community members.
• Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities
• On-the-job training

Experience:

• Previous experience working with children, preferably in a preschool or early childhood education setting, or path toward education or family based studies
• Willingness to learn about Montessori and other related principles and practices is highly desirable
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
• Ability to adapt and reflect with other educators
• Proficiency in behavior management techniques to create a positive classroom environment
• ensure all students are safe, supervised, and accounted for within the context of the outdoor classroom

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Pass background checks as required by state regulations

Preferences:

• Some level of higher education and experience in Early Childhood Education or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Any childcare, babysitting, preschool training certifications
• First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain) This Assistant Educator Position is for 2 or 3 half/full days a week (Tue, Wed, Thu).

If you are interested in learning more as an individual, potential educator, parent, or general community member while making a big impact, we would love to hear from you. to join our team of dedicated Educators.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$13.00

• $15.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Professional development assistance

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Bellefontaine, OH 43311 (Required)

Work Location:

In person