Preschool Teacher, Nature-Based Education

Job overview

The Preschool Teacher, Nature-Based Education role is onsite in Wenham, MA. Compensation is $21.50–$24.00 per hour, and the position is expected to work 11 hours per week from August 2026 through June 2027. The teacher supports the Ipswich River Nature Preschool at Endicott; Mass Audubon’s mission is to protect Massachusetts nature for people and wildlife.

What you'll do

• Teach one or more preschool classes and collaborate on curriculum development and implementation
• create safe indoor and outdoor learning environments
• assess and document student development and prepare progress reports
• communicate with families and participate in conferences
• plan nature-based, play-based, multisensory curriculum for children ages three to five
• attend team planning and professional development
• and participate in preschool community events.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

preschool teacher

nature-based education

early childhood

outdoor learning

play-based curriculum

family communication

wenham ma

mass audubon

part-time

$21.50–$24/hour

11 hours per week

eec certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Not benefits eligible.

Why this role

Massachusetts Early Education and Care Preschool Teacher certification and at least one year of experience teaching young children are required. The position is not benefits eligible.

About the employer

Mass Audubon is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.