Preschool Nature Educator

Camel’s Hump Farm Nature School is seeking compassionate, creative, and curious individuals to support our on-site preschool and nature-based learning programs. Located on a historic 47-acre working farm and opening directly onto a 135-acre nature preserve, our program offers children hands-on, wonder-filled experiences rooted in environmental education, creativity, and exploration. 

This position is especially well-suited for students pursuing early childhood education or related fields who are looking for meaningful, immersive experiences in a nature-based learning environment.

Responsibilities

Preschool Teachers and Nature Education Assistants may support the following:

• Assisting lead teachers during preschool programming and outdoor learning sessions
• Supporting child-led, play-based exploration in natural settings
• Helping facilitate activities focused on discovery, creativity, and problem-solving
• Encouraging social development through cooperative play and group activities
• Preparing materials for preschool and summer camp programs
• Assisting with nature walks, garden exploration, and farm-based learning
• Supporting classroom organization and general program logistics
• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

Our Educational Philosophy

We believe children learn best through hands-on experience, play, and exploration. Our mission is to provide the highest quality early childhood care for children of all learning abilities, emphasizing:

• Discovery, adventure, and creativity
• Learning through play and investigation
• Social-emotional development
• Individual attention

Our programs are designed in collaboration with Audubon and grounded in research showing that nature-based education enhances observation skills, concentration, creativity, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Interest in early childhood education, child development, or environmental education
• Enjoys working with young children in outdoor settings
• Responsible, patient, and enthusiastic
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• MUST be comfortable with working in outdoor environments
• No prior teaching experience required (training and mentorship provided)

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a nature-based preschool setting
• Community service or service-learning hours
• Experience supporting diverse learners
• Professional development in outdoor and experiential education
• Leadership, communication, and classroom support skills