teacher / early childhood educator

Overview

Second Nature Therapeutic & Educational Program

Location : Ottawa and Kemptville

Position Type : Full-Time

Start Date : ASAP

Second Nature is a child-led, neuro-affirming, attachment-based, and trauma-informed therapeutic educational program and multidisciplinary clinic. We specialize in supporting neurodivergent children by integrating therapeutic practices with meaningful, play-based learning. Our mission is to create spaces where children feel safe, seen, and celebrated, and where educators and clinicians work hand-in-hand to nurture whole-child development.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Lead Teacher / Early Childhood Educator to guide one of our classroom communities. This role involves leadership, curriculum planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, while staying grounded in Second Nature’s philosophy of relational, child-centered practice. The Lead Teacher will model attuned, attachment-based approaches for staff, create inclusive learning environments, and ensure that each child’s voice and strengths are honored in daily routines and activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a classroom team in designing and facilitating play-based, neuro-affirming learning experiences.
• Develop and implement individualized and group curriculum that supports children’s social, emotional, sensory, and academic growth.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to classroom staff, modeling attachment-based and trauma-informed approaches.
• Collaborate closely with occupational therapists, psychologists, and other specialists to integrate therapeutic supports into the daily classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with families, ensuring open communication and partnership.
• Ensure the classroom environment is flexible, sensory-friendly, and responsive to children’s needs.
• Maintain documentation of children’s progress and contribute to team planning meetings.

Qualifications

Why Join Second Nature?

To Apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter highlighting your leadership experience and teaching philosophy to ourteam@secondnaturefamily.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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