Co-Educator in Geodesic Dome Classroom (ECEA or higher)

We're looking for someone who sees early childhood as more than a profession. Someone who genuinely enjoys slowing down, following children's curiosity, and finding beauty in the ordinary moments that make up each day.

As Wondergrove's Lead Educator, you'll help bring the vision of the program to life. Working alongside the founder during the program's launch, you'll have the opportunity to thoughtfully prepare the environment, establish the daily rhythm, and create a space where children and families feel a genuine sense of belonging.

Once the program is underway, you'll lead the day-to-day operation of the classroom with a high level of autonomy. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their environment, values thoughtful preparation, and finds joy in creating calm, beautiful spaces that invite children to explore and grow.

Our educators don't rush children from one activity to the next. Instead, they observe, guide, and support learning as it naturally unfolds. They understand that baking bread, caring for the classroom, exploring the forest, resolving conflicts, and building imaginative worlds together are all valuable parts of childhood.

You'll feel at home in this role if you're naturally calm, emotionally attuned, and able to balance gentle guidance with clear, confident boundaries. You find yourself noticing the small things, asking thoughtful questions, and seeing each child as a capable individual with their own unique way of learning.

Most importantly, you'll believe that meaningful relationships are the foundation of everything we do. You'll partner closely with families, nurture a strong sense of community, and help create an environment where both children and parents feel seen, supported, and connected.

Qualifications:

Basic ECE

Additional Qualifications:

- ECEA or higher certification (priority will be given to ECE or higher certifications)
- waldorf or similar style training an asset.
- must be legally allowed to work in Canada,
- must have have clear criminal record
- must have valid first aid & CPR 
- must have reliable, personal transportation, as the location is in Paradise Valley.

Years Experience Required:

3

Required Experience:

- waldorf, forest school or similar style training and experience is an asset

Salary & Benefits:

Wage: $23-$25/hour (based on experience) + $6.00 Wage Enhancement pending CCFRI Approval (where applicable)
Benefits: paid professional development training, five sick days, two weeks vacation
Schedule: 25 hours per week (Mon to Thur 11am to 4pm + Fri 9:30am to 2:30pm

Additional Information:

Our facility is on a private property of forested land where there is a cabin as our home base and a geodesic dome as your classroom. You will be required to work outside rain or shine.

Wondergrove is a new program that is branched from the parent program of Paragon Kids Inc. which has been operating since 2020 in Squamish, BC with two locations.