Job Description |
Summary: This position is an assistant teaching and caregiving position for the Lake Superior Zoo School, a nature preschool at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, MN. We have one classroom of 18 children ages 33 months-5 years old. Equipped with growing knowledge in early childhood development or a related field and the ability to inspire children to connect with nature through play and exploration, the Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to benefit whole-child growth. Together with the teaching team, this position assists in planning, implementing, and documenting learning; maintaining safety and regulation standards; and participating in nature-based activities with the children in all safe weather conditions. The Assistant Teacher should be organized, responsible, joyful, energetic, flexible, child-focused, safety-conscious, and enjoy being outdoors year-round for most of the day.
This is a full time, year-round position with benefits that begins full time on May 30, 2023. Part time hours are available in April and May if interested.
Principal Duties:
Teaching and Curriculum:
- Assist in facilitation of developmentally appropriate nature-based preschool programming.
- Assist in planning learning opportunities based on child interests, including outdoor activities, play, art, music, dance and drama, language, math, science, technology, social/emotional, gross and fine motor.
- Help young children with self-help skills in dressing, grooming, bathroom activities, etc.
- Assist in preparing environments and materials to support learning opportunities.
- Assist in conducting formative assessments and maintain child portfolios.
Relationships:
- Sustain a welcoming, peaceful, and joyful classroom family atmosphere.
- Assist in developing children’s emotional, social, and behavioral skills through connection with nature, positive guidance, conflict resolution strategies, and mindfulness approaches.
- Sustain a culturally responsive inclusive environment for children and their families.
Physical Environment:
- Assure children’s physical and emotional safety, including following procedures in medication administration, allergy management, and authorized release.
- Assist in maintaining a clean, healthy, safe outdoor and indoor environment. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of compliance logs.
- Respond to emergencies in a calm and responsible manner.
- Communicate concerns about the learning environment or children to the Preschool Teacher and/or Director.
Families:
- Involve families in their children’s educational growth and encourage families to fully participate in the program.
- Positively communicate child progress with family members and other teaching staff.
Administration and Operations:
- Collaborate with parents, guardians, education staff, and other zoo departments.
- Maintain compliance with all relevant governmental, company, and departmental rules and regulations.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid CDA – or – 12 college credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development (CD), Elementary Education (ELED), Early Childhood Special Education (ECSPED), or enrolled in a program that will lead to these qualifications – or – Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field.
- Experience preferred in nature-based programming and demonstrated interest in conservation and environmental education.
Skill and Ability Requirements:
- Must demonstrate strong emotional intelligence, including empathy and listening skillset.
- Must demonstrate working knowledge of hazards and risk assessment as related to the environments of young children.
- Must be flexible and willing to assist with a variety of teaching and administrative duties.
- Must be able to create a culturally responsive inclusive environment for children and their families.
- Knowledge of basic biologic, ecologic, geologic, natural historic concepts preferred.
- Must be able to communicate positively and effectively in English, orally and in writing. Communication in another language a plus.
- Must demonstrate computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Office Suite and email.
Other:
- Pediatric CPR/first aid certification required, or the ability to receive certification within 2 weeks of employment.
- Successful background check required.
- Must have reliable transportation.
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Zoo School Assistant Teacher
Posted: March 9, 2023 by icebergdev
Category: Lake Superior Zoo
Summary: This position is an assistant teaching and caregiving position for the Lake Superior Zoo School, a nature preschool at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, MN. We have one classroom of 18 children ages 33 months-5 years old. Equipped with growing knowledge in early childhood development or a related field and the ability to inspire children to connect with nature through play and exploration, the Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to benefit whole-child growth. Together with the teaching team, this position assists in planning, implementing, and documenting learning; maintaining safety and regulation standards; and participating in nature-based activities with the children in all safe weather conditions. The Assistant Teacher should be organized, responsible, joyful, energetic, flexible, child-focused, safety-conscious, and enjoy being outdoors year-round for most of the day.
This is a full time, year-round position with benefits that begins full time on May 30, 2023. Part time hours are available in April and May if interested.
Principal Duties:
Teaching and Curriculum:
Relationships:
Physical Environment:
Families:
Administration and Operations:
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Skill and Ability Requirements:
Other:
Summary: This position is an assistant teaching and caregiving position for the Lake Superior Zoo School, a nature preschool at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, MN. We have one classroom of 18 children ages 33 months-5 years old. Equipped with growing knowledge in early childhood development or a related field and the ability to inspire children to connect with nature through play and exploration, the Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with children, parents, and staff to benefit whole-child growth. Together with the teaching team, this position assists in planning, implementing, and documenting learning; maintaining safety and regulation standards; and participating in nature-based activities with the children in all safe weather conditions. The Assistant Teacher should be organized, responsible, joyful, energetic, flexible, child-focused, safety-conscious, and enjoy being outdoors year-round for most of the day.
This is a full time, year-round position with benefits that begins full time on May 30, 2023. Part time hours are available in April and May if interested.
Principal Duties:
Teaching and Curriculum:
Relationships:
Physical Environment:
Families:
Administration and Operations:
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
Skill and Ability Requirements:
Other: