Outdoor Educator / Elementary School Teacher (K–5)

Squamish Nature Learners | Squamish, BC

About Squamish Nature Learners

Squamish Nature Learners (SNL) is an established outdoor, nature-based K–5 school located on the unceded territory of the Sḵwxwú7mesh Nation. For eight years, we have been creating meaningful learning experiences that connect children to the land, their community, and the natural world.

Our program is grounded in ecological education, imaginative and play-based learning, decolonizing pedagogies, and meaningful relationships with local Indigenous Elders and knowledge holders.

We believe children learn through curiosity, exploration, relationships, and direct experiences with the natural world. Our educators bring the BC Curriculum to life through daily outdoor experiences, inquiry, storytelling, creative expression, and ecological learning.

We are an inclusive, anti-racist, and 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming learning community. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, with priority given to Indigenous and BIPOC applicants.

About the Position

We are seeking a passionate and creative elementary educator to join our outdoor teaching team.

Teachers work four days per week, primarily outdoors in a beautiful park landscape, with regular weekly excursions to the river.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

- Planning and implementing the BC Curriculum through ecological, land-based, decolonizing, and play-based approaches.
- Connecting curriculum learning goals to the local landscape, seasonal changes, and children's interests and inquiries.
- Supporting children's learning through observation, documentation, and ongoing assessment.




- Developing individual student learning plans and completing three assessment/reporting cycles throughout the school year.
- Participating in term-based parent meetings and maintaining meaningful relationships with families.
- Building relationships with local Indigenous Elders and knowledge holders and integrating their teachings respectfully into the learning environment.
- Creating a safe, inclusive, engaging, and responsive outdoor learning setting.

What We Offer
- The opportunity to teach in a beautiful natural outdoor environment.
- A small, supportive learning community.
- Four-day work week and opportunities for work-life balance.
- Low child-to-educator ratios.
- Mentorship and opportunities for professional growth.
- The opportunity to be part of an innovative educational model grounded in ecological learning, reconciliation, and community connection.

Qualifications

Required:

- Valid BC teaching certificate.
- Experience working with elementary-aged students.
- Current First Aid certification.
- Explicit criminal record check, including a vulnerable sector check.

Preferred:

- Experience teaching in outdoor or nature-based learning environments.
- Knowledge of or experience with land-based and ecological education.
- Experience building relationships with Indigenous Elders and knowledge holders.
- Familiarity with decolonizing pedagogies and inclusive educational practices.

Join Our Community If you are an educator who believes in the importance of connecting children to the land, nurturing curiosity, and reimagining what elementary education can look like, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your teaching experience and interest in nature-based education.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $275.00-$400.00 per day

Work Location: In person

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