Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and nurturing educator who has a passion for nature, agriculture, and child development to be a Supply Educator for our Preschool, Kindergarten, and/or School Age programs (for students ages 2.5 - 12 years old).

Position Overview

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Title

: Forest School Supply Educator

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Hours

: Occasional/As-needed (Mondays to Fridays) 8:15 am - 4:15 pm or 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Term

: As soon as possible - August 28, 2026 (includes the 2025-2026 school year and Summer Camp)

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Wage

: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Qualifications

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Minimum of one of the following

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? Forest School Practitioner certifi cation (completed, enrolled, or willing to take the course)

? At least one year of experience working with children (outdoor setting preferred)

? Ontario Certified Teacher, Registered Early Childhood Educator or equivalent experience

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? Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

? Team player with good communication skills

? Physical ability to be active and lift 20kg (44lbs)

? Comfort with large and small animals (or willingness to learn)

? Enthusiasm for working outdoors in all weather conditions

? Current First Aid and CPR (Level B or C), or willingness to attain by August 2025

? Interest in learning or improving basic outdoor skills

? Interest in developing outdoor teaching and risk-benefi t assessment skills

? Understanding of the adult's role in child-led learning

? Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Reasons to Join Our Team

? Discounts for staff family members attending our Camps or Forest School Programs

? Inspiring Setting: Work on a beautiful farm setting surrounded by nature, away from the traditional classroom.

? Innovative Teaching Approach: Embrace the Forest School philosophy, which focuses on play-based, emergent, inquiry-based and child-led learning, as well as agricultural literacy.

? Work-Life Balance: Flexible, occasional hours, ideal for educators who want to balance family life and other commitments.

? Supportive Community: Be part of a close-knit team of educators and a welcoming community of families.

? Professional Growth: Learn valuable outdoor skills and interpersonal teaching skills.

? Small Class Sizes: Work with small class sizes alongside a co-educator, ensuring personalized attention and support for each child.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, references, and cover letter to Heather Figueiredo at heather@cambridgefarmandforest.ca. Applicants will be interviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: farmandforest.org

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Casual
Contract length: 10-12 months

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule On-site childcare On-site parking Store discount Tuition reimbursement
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:

Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

DCS / DEC (required)
Experience:

teaching: 1 year (required) working with children: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-07-29