Purpose of the position

The Ithaca Children’s Garden Playful Nature Explorers is for children ages 2.5-5. Their research-based preschool program follows the rhythm of the seasons, the interest of the children and centers play each and every day. Playful Nature staff are experts in early child development and know how to support the child as an individual and foster the community of young learners as a whole. Children build social and emotional skills, confidence, resiliency and develop a positive relationship with the natural world. The Preschool Program Assistant supports kids and educators in this program.

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