Employment Opportunities

Little Farm School is currently looking for Caregivers to join our dynamic team providing quality care to children, and their families. Part time, full time and substitute positions are available!

Caregivers must be at least 16 years old, though some positions require a caregiver to be at least 18 years old with a minimum high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities of Little Farm School Caregivers include interacting closely with co-teachers and the group of children, nurturing and tending the domestic and artistic life of the classroom, supporting and providing an atmosphere of security, warmth and joy and communicating effectively with parents. Relationship based care is at the root of our philosophy and creating and building these relationships, with children, families and colleagues, is vital to our work together. 

Areas of Responsibility: 

· Share in care of children with co-teachers 

· Diaper/toilet children 

· Plan and facilitate classroom activities 

· Participate in seasonal circle time activities 

· Share snacks and meals together, family style 

· Daily, monthly and seasonal tidying and cleaning 

· Guide children in outdoor activities year round

· Communicate with parents and families 

· Participate in community gatherings 

Background Education: 

· High School Diploma or equivalent (if age 18 or older);  

· LifeWays certification preferred. A willingness to familiarize yourself with the philosophy will also be considered 

· Related work with children, preferably in a classroom setting 

Certifications: 

· First Aid/CPR certification (can be obtained upon hire)

· Background check successfully completed through the State of Maine (a free service to childcare providers in Maine)

Professional Development/Continuing Education Requirements: 

· All Caregivers will determine professional goals and professional development plans each year. 

· It is recommended that all teachers of Little Farm School be on a gradual path toward attaining a certification in LifeWays. 

· Caregivers will be familiar with the Rules for Licensing of Childcare Facilities in the State of Maine (available online and in our files) 

Skills, etc.: 

· Works well with children 

· Good communication skills 

· Calm, gentle manner 

· Well-organized, efficient 

· Work cooperatively in groups 

· Reliable and punctual

· Willing to work out of LifeWays philosophies

Little Farm School is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. People of color and others under-represented in our community are encouraged to apply.

Little Farm School is currently hiring for our Cook/Caregiver position.  Responsibilities of the cook/care provider include a commitment to whole, organic foods and local sources, actively supporting the local farming community, interacting closely with groups of children and staff, nurturing and tending the domestic and artistic life of the program, supporting and providing an atmosphere of security, warmth and joy and communicating effectively with parents.   Relationship based care is at the root of our philosophy and creating and building these relationships, with both children and families, is vital to our work together.  Our program takes great pride in serving local, organic and seasonal foods to children and believe wholeheartedly in the ways it supports children and families, as well as our local community, economy and land.

Areas of Responsibility: 

• Work cooperatively with director and other staff to plan  a seasonal menu and shopping list
• Managing food allergies and restrictions for staff and children
• Sharing menus with staff and families
• Preparing, serving and cleaning up from breakfast, morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack
• Facilitating a family style meal
• Share in care of children 

Background Education: 

• High School Diploma
• Preference given to education and/or experience related to whole foods, organic foods, and local suppliers
• A willingness to familiarize yourself with the philosophy of LifeWays North America 
• Experience working with children, preferably in an early childhood setting 

Skills, etc.: 

• Works well with children
• A knowledge of common food allergens and substitutions 
• Good communication skills 
• Cleanliness
• Experience with cooking whole foods from scratch
• Tend to the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining area
• Calm, gentle manner 
• Well-organized, efficient 
• Works cooperatively in groups 
• Reliability and punctuality are required 
• Willingness to work out of LifeWays philosophies
• Interest in farming and gardening and a desire to share this with children
• Welcome feedback and direction

Little Farm School is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. People of color and others under-represented in our community are encouraged to apply.