Be the extra set of hands, the familiar face and the support that helps our classrooms thrive.

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Do you love working with children but enjoy a little variety in your day?

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Are you someone who can jump into a classroom, connect with children, support a teaching team and quickly figure out where you’re needed most?

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First Roots – Wild Roots is looking for a warm, flexible and dependable Support / Float Teacher to join our 5-STAR nature-based early childhood program.

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This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys working with different ages, classrooms, programs and teaching teams. Rather than being assigned to one classroom every day, our Support Teacher moves throughout the program to provide additional support where it is needed most.

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One day you may be cuddling an infant, the next helping toddlers get ready to explore outside and later joining preschoolers for an adventure in the woods. No two days are exactly the same!

 

What You’ll Do:

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As a Support Teacher, you'll help our classrooms run smoothly while building relationships with children and educators throughout our program. You'll:

• Provide classroom coverage for teacher breaks, planning time, meetings and other needs

• Engage with children through play, exploration and hands-on learning

• Support children ranging from infants through preschool and, when needed, school-age programming

• Help with diapering, toileting, feeding, dressing and other daily care routines

• Encourage children's independence in developmentally appropriate ways

• Support classroom transitions, including meals, outdoor time and rest time

• Assist teachers with preparing activities, projects and classroom materials

• Help maintain welcoming, organized and safe classroom environments

• Pitch in with light classroom and program-wide tasks when needed

• Follow Vermont Child Care Licensing Regulations and FRWR health and safety practices

Most importantly, you'll be someone our teachers can count on and our children are happy to see walk through the classroom door.

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Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who:

• Genuinely enjoys spending time with young children

• Is nurturing, patient, playful and respectful​​

• Can comfortably move between different classrooms, programs, age groups and routines

• Is flexible when plans change — because in early childhood, they often do!

• Works well independently and as part of a teaching team

• Is dependable, punctual and ready to jump in where needed

• Brings a sense of humor and a positive attitude to the day

• Believes children learn best through play, relationships and hands-on experiences

• Is at least 18 years old

• Has reliable transportation

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Why First Roots – Wild Roots?
At First Roots – Wild Roots, childhood should include muddy boots, fresh air, curiosity, creativity and plenty of opportunities to explore.
We're a 5-STAR nature-based early childhood program serving children beginning at 6 weeks old. Our classrooms use emergent, play-based learning that follows children's interests and encourages them to explore the natural world around them.

We also know that great programs don't happen without great educators.

Our Support Teacher plays an important role in helping our teaching teams feel supported, keeping classrooms running smoothly and making sure children continue to receive thoughtful, responsive care throughout the day.

If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, experience different classrooms, programs, age groups and make a difference wherever you're needed most, we'd love to meet you.

We believe that classrooms and workplaces thrive when all voices are welcomed and respected. We encourage applicants of all identities, backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Our Mission: We are a 5 STAR, nature focused early care and education program that views each child as an individual with a unique developmental profile. Through developmentally responsive outdoor programming, we serve children ages 6 weeks to 8 years. Our mission is to Achieve the highest level of professional development, Build a community where families feel connected and respected, and to cultivate sustainable environmental choices and business practices to support the health and well being of all who work and play here!

Our Purpose: These are our fundamental reasons for doing what we do. If these resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount​

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development assistance

• Relocation assistance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Vision insurance

 

Education:
Associate (Preferred)

Experience:
Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
 

License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person. This position will support all 3 of our sites (2 in Hinesburg & 1 in Essex Junction).
 

Pay: $43,120.00 - $49,360.00 per year

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