Early Childhood Educator Nature Based Teacher
About This Role
Sensations in Learning is hiring for a support staff member role in Williston. Compensation is $21 – $25/Hr. Candidates need a willingness to earn a CDA, with full program support provided.
Most teaching jobs happen inside four walls.
Ours don't.
Sensations in Learning is seeking passionate, energetic educators to join our Next Generation Nature-Based School community. This is more than a childcare position—it's an opportunity to inspire curiosity, foster meaningful relationships, and help children connect with the natural world through hands-on exploration and play.
Our teachers spend their days building forts, caring for chickens and ducks, gardening, taking community walks, exploring the outdoors in all seasons, and creating engaging learning experiences that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. We are looking for educators who value collaboration, creativity, and child-led learning and who want to work in a supportive environment where both children and teachers thrive.
If you're looking for a workplace that feels like home, values your well-being, and believes learning happens far beyond the classroom walls, we'd love to meet you.
If you became an educator because you wanted to inspire curiosity, build meaningful relationships, and make a lasting difference in children's lives, you may have found your home.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
What You'll Do
As an SIL Teaching Titan, you'll help create a learning environment where children learn through exploration, discovery, play, and connection.
Your days may include:
- Building forts and creating outdoor learning spaces
- Taking daily nature walks and community adventures
- Caring for chickens and ducks alongside children
- Collecting eggs and teaching animal stewardship
- Gardening, composting, and environmental education
- Creating engaging learning experiences based on children's interests
- Supporting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Documenting learning and communicating with families
- Collaborating with a passionate teaching team
- Helping children develop confidence, independence, and a sense of wonder
You'll also ensure classroom practices meet all licensing, health, safety, and program requirements while maintaining a clean, nurturing, and engaging environment.
Requirements
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- College coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
- Two years of professional childcare experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic technology skills or willingness to learn
- Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Ability to successfully complete a background check
- Understanding of child development or a strong desire to learn
This position requires frequent walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, outdoor exploration, and active participation in children's play and learning experiences.
Nice to Have
Who Thrives Here?
Our best teachers are:
- Curious and adventurous
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Comfortable outdoors in all seasons
- Passionate about child-led learning
- Flexible and creative problem solvers
- Excited to learn and grow professionally
- Committed to building strong relationships with children and families
Benefits
Why Teachers Love Sensations in Learning
Because we believe educators deserve to be supported, respected, and valued.
We offer:
About Sensations in Learning
Conveniently located just off Route 2 in Williston, Sensations in Learning is a nature-based early childhood program intentionally designed to feel like home while reflecting our commitment to high-quality education. Our beautiful post-and-beam building features brick floors in our Infant, Younger Toddler, Early Preschool, and Pre-Kindergarten classrooms, high ceilings, and large schoolhouse windows that fill each space with natural light. Classrooms are warm, inviting, and thoughtfully prepared to support connection, curiosity, and a sense of belonging. Outdoors, children and educators share daily experiences with our expansive natural play areas, gardens, and Outdoor Classroom—along with our beloved chickens, who are an important part of children’s learning about responsibility, care, and community. Beyond our campus, Sensations in Learning is deeply committed to strengthening the living economics of our local community and fostering strong, authentic relationships within and beyond our school community. Educators who join our team become part of a close-knit, supportive environment where collaboration, care for the natural world, and meaningful community connections are truly valued.
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
None required but we will support obtaining CDA.
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood Educator Nature Based Teacher role pays $21 to $25/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Sensations in Learning located?
Sensations in Learning is located at 135 Talcott Road, Williston, VT