Outdoor Educator “Room Leader” - Full time permanent (QQI level 7 in Childcare or Equivalent)
Seedling Nature Schools provides nature education for ECCE and for afterschool children. The service is open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. We spend almost all of our time outside throughout the seasons. This is not only possible, but great fun and a very rich experience for both children and adults thanks to wellies, rain pants and shelters. Our learning activities celebrate mud and rain as well as sunshine, wind, flowers, creatures and everything nature provides.

REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must have a minimum qualification at QQI level 7 in childcare or a related field.**
Forest school training would be ideal. A firm footing in nature or adventure pedagogy is desirable. A genuine personal connection with the outdoors, and a strong understanding of the value of children’s outdoor play are the minimum requirement.

Take the lead in a team of 3 educators to inspire the nature education of up to 18 preschool children throughout the seasons. Collaborate during weekly meetings regarding curriculum planning, obversvations, parent comminications, etc. Respond to the interests, strenghts and needs of the group as well as each individual child. Work as a team to be ready for any weather, any joys or challenges, which nature might offer.
In the afternoon, you will work with a partner or sometimes two in one of our afterschool groups to provide similar educational experiences for children of primary school age.
The exact schedule is negotiable, but will likely be from 8 or 9 in the morning and will continue through the afternoon to a maximum of 39 hours, with one short day each week.