Employment Opportunities

Open Positions (2):

Forest School Teacher (Summer Program):

Wild Path Forest School is a small forest school program located on a beautiful 100-acre organic farm near Neustadt, ON. We are seeking a mentor for our summer camp, running for five weeks from July 3-August 4. We are looking for a mentor who is enthusiastic, flexible, and self-motivated.

We are dedicated to fostering deep connection between children and the natural world through play and exploration in forests, fields, and gardens. It is our mission to help children develop confidence, resilience and a sense of wonder, ultimately empowering children to become stewards of the natural environment.

Your role:

- co-plan and facilitate dynamic programming for students aged 4-9

- welcome new children and families to our community and site

- support children in their exploration and extend their learning by providing resources and encouraging inquiry

- model care and respect for the natural world

- ensure the safety of children while engaged in forest play, in proximity to standing water, streams, and farm equipment

- complete paperwork and administrative support

- communicate with families

- attend educator meetings prior to the start of camp

The ideal candidate will:

- be excited to connect and learn with (and from!) some amazing children

- have knowledge of/interest in some of the following: forest ecology, survival skills, campfire cooking, wildlife tracking, edible and medicinal plants, navigation, bird language

- be willing to learn and improve upon outdoor skills

- be comfortable working outside with enthusiasm in all weather conditions

- musical skills are a plus!

Preferred qualifications:

- Forest School Practitioner, Ontario Certified Teacher, ECE, or a background in education or environmental science

- experience in nature-based mentoring with children

- Standard First Aid and CPR Level C required by date of hire

- Vulnerable Sector Check required by date of hire

- If you do not have these qualifications but you feel that you can bring your individual strengths to our program, please apply!

Start date:

July 3, 2023. Summer hours are 40 hours/week for five weeks.

Compensation:

$19.00/hour.

To apply:

Please send your resume and a letter of interest by email to Katrina at: wildpathschool@gmail.com

Thank you for your interest!

Forest School Supply Teacher

For: March Break Camp, Preschool Program and Summer Camp

Wild Path Forest School is a small forest school program located on a beautiful 100-acre organic farm near Neustadt, ON. We are dedicated to fostering deep connection between children and the natural world through play and exploration in forests, fields, and gardens. It is our mission to help children develop confidence, resilience and a sense of wonder, ultimately empowering children to become stewards of the natural environment.

We are currently looking for qualified supply teachers with availability for our school-age camp programs and our preschool program. Teachers must be comfortable working independently outdoors in all weather conditions.