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
● Title: Forest School Supply Educator
● Hours: Occasional/As-needed (Mondays to Fridays) 8:15 am - 4:15 pm or 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
● Term: As soon as possible - August 28, 2026 (includes the 2025-2026 school year and Summer Camp)
● Wage: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Qualifications
● Minimum of one of the following:
○ 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
● General Requirements:
○ 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 résumé, references, and cover letter to Heather Figueiredo at [email protected]. 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
