Reports to: Executive Director
Department: Preschool
Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Salary Range: $90,000-$105,000 Commensurate with experience
Location: Westport, Connecticut

The Director of Early Childhood Education provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Earthplace’s early childhood education programs, including our full-time childcare classrooms, part-time preschool classrooms, and co-leadership of Earthplace Summer Camp. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Director is responsible for advancing Earthplace’s mission through high-quality, nature-based educational experiences that support the development and well-being of young children.

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Reports to: Director of Preschool
Status: Full-Time/Hourly 10am to 6pm
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Location: Earthplace, Westport, CT – In Person

The Assistant Teacher is a key member of the teaching team, supporting the Lead Teacher in the care, supervision, and education of an assigned group of students. This role contributes to the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum, fosters a safe and nurturing learning environment, and supports the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with staff and families to ensure a high-quality early childhood education experience aligned with program standards and licensing requirements.

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Reports to: Director of Nature Education and Conservation
Schedule: Sundays, 10:45 am - 5:15 pm
Location: Earthplace, Westport, CT – In Person

As the “first impression” for visitors, families, members, and volunteers, the Visitor Services Associate provides welcoming, informed, and efficient service at our lobby desk and in Natureplace, our indoor nature museum. You’ll handle check-ins, phones, payments, store transactions, recycling programs, and wayfinding while keeping public spaces safe, tidy, and engaging.

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Reach out to Veronica Swain with interest at v.swain@earthplace.org