Preschool teacher
Join us in cultivating curiosity, wonder, and a lifelong love of learning at A New Leaf School of Nashville!
teaching at a new leaf gives you
the opportunity to flap your wings with flexibility
Flights from a supportive nest provided by farm and director staff
time to develop your own schedule and projects
benefit from collaboration with other teachers
a lot of vitamin D!
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Design and deliver an interdisciplinary, emergent project-based curriculum.
Integrate Tennessee Standards to ensure academic growth.
Lead students in outdoor educational activities like nature walks, gardening, and ecological studies.
Develop hands-on projects that encourage problem-solving and collaboration.
Foster a positive classroom culture using restorative practices.
Work collaboratively with fellow educators and communicate regularly with families.
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
Passion for environmental education and project-based learning.
Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia approach.
Physical stamina for outdoor activities and a love for wildlife.
Ability to document learning through photos and written reflections.
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Yearly renewable position from late July to the end of May.
Optional summer camp opportunities.
Paid planning time weekly
Paid time off: about 28 days
Paid In-Service days: 22 days
Paid personal time: 48 hours
Paid sick time: 40 hours
Monthly $200 stipend for health care or IRA.
Worker’s Compensation Insurance
Collaborative teaching community on a beautiful farm campus.
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From $22–$25/hour based on experience and degrees.
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Please submit your resume and cover letter to Kim Whitaker at pecanvalley.director@anewleafschool.org