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Educator Opportunity | Small Class Full-Time

We are currently seeking a thoughtful, grounded educator to step into our nature-based learning community.

This is an opportunity to join a deeply intentional program where relationships, meaningful learning, and connection to the land are at the heart of each day.

Position Snapshot

Start: September 1, 2026

- Schedule: Monday to Friday lead classroom teacher 8:30–4:00

- Class Size: 7–13 students (multi-age)

- Location: Harriston, Ontario (75-acre rural campus)

Compensation & Total Rewards

This role offers total annual compensation equivalent to approximately $55,000–$65,000, inclusive of salary, vacation pay, RRSP contributions, and benefits.

Additional offerings include:

- RRSP contribution matching (following probationary period)

- Shared benefits plan (following probationary period) with a holistic focus (including orthotics, massage, and naturopathic support)

- $300 annual health spending / supplement allowance

- 60% tuition reduction for children attending The Owl’s Nest

Time Off & Flexibility:

- 3 paid sick days

- 2 personal days

- 3 additional flex/wellness days

- Paid snow days

Growth & Support:

- Annual professional development allowance

- Outdoor gear allowance to support all-season teaching

- End-of-year appreciation bonus (based on retention and support-Board of Directors discretion)

Workplace & Lifestyle Supports:

- Minimum 2 hours of protected planning and break time daily

- Flexible role design based on your strengths and interests

- Dedicated time for collaboration, reflection, professional development and planning

- Opportunities to step into leadership, mentorship, or program development roles

- Priority consideration for internal growth opportunities as the school expands

Culture & Community:

- A collaborative, supportive, and values-aligned team

- Time outdoors daily in a beautiful, natural environment





- A workplace that values your energy, creativity, and well-being

- A culture of appreciation, trust, and shared responsibility

- Joy in your work

- Community and security

About Us

The Owl’s Nest is a holistic, nature-based learning community rooted in connection; to ourselves, each other, and the land.

Located on a beautiful 75-acre rural property in Harriston, Ontario, we serve children from preschool through Grade 9 through a play-rich, multi-age, and intentionally guided curriculum that honours curiosity, creativity, and care.

We are growing and looking for educators who want to grow with us.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Leading a small, mixed-age group

- Planning and delivering curriculum including literacy and numeracy in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways

- Supporting social-emotional development and peer relationships

- Engaging in outdoor, land-based learning across seasons

- Documenting learning and communicating with families

- Collaborating with a small, aligned team

Additional Component:

- The role includes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes of French instruction per week

- French experience is an asset, but not required

Who You Are

You are a reflective, creative educator who sees children as whole people.

You believe in a different kind of schooling; one rooted in connection, intention, and respect.

You are:

- Experienced working with children in a school, forest school, or alternative setting

- Comfortable with (or eager to learn) play-based, inquiry-driven,



and nature-based approaches

- Skilled in observation, documentation, and responsive planning

- Familiar with (or excited to learn) the Science of Reading and holistic math approaches

- Grounded, adaptable, and able to work within a dynamic workplace

- Comfortable teaching outdoors in all seasons

Assets

- OCT, RECE, Forest School Practitioner, Waldorf or Montessori training

- Experience with multi-age or alternative education models

- Neurodivergent-affirming and developmentally-informed practice

- French language skills

- Experience with UFLI or structured literacy programs

- Creative strengths (art, music, storytelling, handwork)

- Local to the area

Our Hiring Process

We aim to make this process thoughtful, transparent, and mutually supportive:

- Initial conversation (in person) to connect and learn more about each other

- In-person visit, classroom shadow to experience the environment firsthand and one hour practical interview

- A reflective discussion and opportunity to interview current staff on their position, satisfaction and the role

- Final conversation and offer

We value alignment and take care to ensure the right fit for both you and our community.

Why This Role

- Small class sizes and meaningful relationships

- A collaborative, values-aligned team

- A beautiful, outdoor learning environment

- Space to contribute creatively and professionally

- The opportunity to be part of something intentional, evolving, and deeply human

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement

Licence/Certification:

- OCT/RECE/ Montessori Certificate (preferred)

Location:

- Minto, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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