Elementary Associate Teacher at The Forager School

Salary: $25–$32/hour (depending on experience)
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Benefits: Paid sick days, vacation days, and holidays; gym membership; 50% employee coverage for our health and dental plans; professional development stipend; participation in our retirement program (Full-time employees eligible)
Website: www.forager.school

Forager Elementary is a progressive, mixed-age microschool located on the Sonoma - Mendocino coast of Northern California. Redwood forests, tidepools, meadows, and coastal trails are an extension of our classroom and an essential part of how our students learn and explore. Rooted in a philosophy of inquiry, creativity, and hands-on learning, we blend academic instruction with open-ended exploration and real-world problem solving. We believe children learn best when they feel seen, capable and deeply connected to their environment and community.

We are seeking a warm, collaborative Elementary Associate Teacher to support learning in literacy, math, science, art, and social-emotional development. This role involves guiding small groups, co-creating lessons with the lead teacher, and fostering a joyful, inclusive classroom community. We are also seeking a Classroom Aide who brings warmth, flexibility, and a genuine love of working with children to support our teachers with daily classroom activities. This is a unique opportunity to grow something meaningful alongside curious children, supportive families, and creative educators!

Key Responsibilities:

- Support daily learning experiences in literacy, math, science, art, social-emotional learning, and nature-based exploration. Lead portions of the daily schedule.
- Foster a warm, inclusive classroom community and help students navigate routines, transitions, and collaborative learning
- Support students individually and in small groups, adapting to different ages, learning styles, and levels of readiness
- Collaborate with the lead teacher and specialists and co-create meaningful learning experiences
- Prepare and organize classroom materials and help document student learning
- Engage in training to support teaching of core curriculum programs
- Support the Elementary Director with administrative tasks
- Support outdoor learning, field trips, and community-based projects

Qualifications:

- Experience working with early elementary-aged children
- Enthusiasm for experiential, nature-based, and child-centered education
- Collaborative, flexible, and dependable
- Up-to-date immunizations and ability to pass a background check upon hire
- Clean driving record

To Apply:

Reach out with a short letter of interest to info@forager.school. We’d love to hear from you!