Forest School Teacher

Location: Muddy Roots Forest School
Program Type: Homeschool Enrichment Program
Hours: 8:30 AM – 2:45 PM, Monday-Thursday
Age Groups: 3–5 years or 6–9 years
Class Segment Duration: 20-40 minutes
Additional Commitment: 4 quarterly evening socials (approx. 2 hours each)

About Us

Muddy Roots Forest School is a nature-based homeschool enrichment program where children explore, discover, and grow through outdoor play, connection, and hands-on learning. We believe that kids thrive when given freedom in nature with the right balance of guidance, boundaries, and encouragement.

Position Overview

We’re looking for a caring, energetic, and responsible Forest School Teacher to join our team one day a week. You’ll lead a short class for either our 3–5 or 6–9 age group and support the flow of the day with love, presence, and accountability. This is more than a teaching role—it’s a chance to help build a nurturing community where children feel safe, seen, and inspired to learn.

Key Responsibilities

  • Teach a 20-40-minute segment each week using the curriculum provided (you bring it to life through your unique presence, creativity, and connection).

  • Supervise and engage with students throughout the school day (9a–2:30p), both during structured and unstructured times.

  • Maintain a clean and organized environment, including:

    • Tidying the schoolhouse at the end of the day

    • Setting up the water cooler

    • Trying to identifying lost and found

    • Cleaning the compost toilet

    • Assisting students with bathroom needs if required

    • Digging for worms or exploring for toads

    • Making flower crowns

  • Set and reinforce healthy boundaries and model respectful behavior.

  • Foster a warm, encouraging, and responsive relationship with all students.

  • Attend 4 quarterly evening socials setup and breakdown (approx. 3 hours each, on weeknights) to support community connection.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with children in outdoor, homeschool, or alternative education settings

  • Love for nature-based learning and child-led exploration

  • Willingness to get muddy, silly, and fully present with kids

  • Comfortable with light cleaning and hygiene-related tasks

  • Reliable, communicative, and team-oriented

Bonus If You Have

  • Forest School or outdoor education training

  • Background in early childhood or elementary education

  • CPR/First Aid certification

What We Offer

  • A chance to make a real impact in a small, connected homeschool community

  • Supportive team and provided curriculum

  • The joy of teaching in a beautiful natural setting

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience

To Apply:
 Send your resume and a short paragraph about why this role excites you to MuddyRootsTN@gmail.com