Assistant Teacher at Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming

If you are interested in working with young children and love getting outside, this is the job for you!

Little People’s Learning Center is a dynamic preschool/daycare located just within the north entrance of Yellowstone National Park. We serve kids between the ages of 3 months and 5 years, with a focus on place-based, exploration-centered learning.

We are currently hiring for full-time Assistant Teacher to start in November 2021. Year-long and short contracts are available depending on fit and interest. These teachers could potentially work with all our age groups.

Responsibilities would include:

• Completing training
• Supervising kids at play
• Cleaning, food prep and other support
• Planning, teaching and leading fun activities
• Helping on field trips and walking in Yellowstone National Park
• Working as a team to keep kids safe, happy and healthy
• Reading lots of picture books and snuggling

Pay starts at $12 an hour, with raises based on job performance and increased responsibilities available. Some housing is available, but not guaranteed, although we will help the right candidate with the housing search.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to pass a TB risk assessment, a background check, and central registry checks
• At least 18 years old
• Ability to lift and transport children up to the age of 5
• A strong work ethic and team mentality

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience supervising children
• Demonstrated ability to handle loud and/or high stress situations calmly

BENEFITS

• Paid sick leave (as accrued) and paid vacation (can be taken after 6 months)
• Compensation for 16 training hours and $150 in mileage and registration for employee training
• HSA