If you feel you would be a great fit for Nature's Schoolhouse, and would like to share with us what you have to offer, please submit your resumé and cover letter using the form at the bottom of the page. If you have any follow-up questions or concerns, or have any trouble submitting your resumé, please contact us directly at info@naturesschoolhouse.com and we will be happy to assist you.

Current Openings: 

Job Title: Early Elementary Guide (K–2) – Hybrid Microschool

Start Date: August 2025
Job Type: Part-time
Expected Hours: 15-25 hours/week
Work Location: In person (Cedar Park, TX)
Pay: $30,000–$35,000 per year, depending on experience

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Who We Are

Nature’s Schoolhouse is a non-traditional hybrid microschool serving K–8 learners in Cedar Park, TX. We blend individualized academics, mixed-age collaboration, and meaningful enrichment in a flexible, outdoor-friendly environment. Our mission is to support whole-child growth while giving families the freedom to homeschool with confidence. We focus on autonomy, respect, and real-world learning—led by experienced educators who know how to meet learners where they are.

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The Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced K–2 Elementary Guide to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in our youngest learners. The ideal candidate believes children are capable and unique, embraces a non-traditional classroom model, and thrives in a flexible, collaborative environment.

Instead of lectures or worksheets, you’ll offer guidance and support as learners work through individualized online curricula and enrichment experiences. You’ll facilitate academic progress, support social-emotional development, and design hands-on activities that bring joy and purpose to each day.

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What You'll Do

• Create a safe, engaging, and respectful learning space for K–2 students

• Guide students through core subjects using individualized online platforms

• Support academic goal-setting, pacing, and progress tracking for each student

• Maintain open and consistent communication with parents

• Design and implement creative, project-based enrichment activities on Mondays (Sept–May)

• Foster independence, kindness, and a love of learning

• Collaborate regularly with the Head of School and other educators

• Set up and reset the classroom daily (shared facility)

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Who You Are

• Passionate about child-led, experiential learning

• Flexible, patient, and calm in a mixed-age, multi-ability setting

• Excited to try new things and adapt on the fly

• Comfortable working with neurodiverse learners

• Professional and communicative with families and colleagues

• Collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in developmental best practices

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Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience working with young children OR a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood, or a related field

• Experience in homeschool, microschool, Montessori, Reggio Emilia, or other non-traditional models preferred

• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills

• Must pass a background check

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Schedule

• Mondays (Sept–May): 9:00 AM–3:30 PM

• Tuesdays–Thursdays (Year-Round): 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

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Benefits

• Paid school breaks:

  • 1 week in Fall

  • 4 weeks in Winter

  • 1 week in Spring

  • 6 weeks in Summer

• 100% employer-paid Direct Primary Care health coverage

• Close-knit, supportive team environment

• Low student-teacher ratios

• Opportunity to innovate and help shape a growing program

 

How to Apply:
If you are excited about the opportunity to inspire young minds through outdoor education, we encourage you to apply below!

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Nature's Schoolhouse is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.