Ketcha Outdoors

Our Farm and Forest Director, Kailina Mills presenting at the Statewide Early Childhood Education conference on "Building Knowledge through Engagement: The Reggio Emilia Approach." 

The Inventory and Ordering Coordinator at the Portland Gear Hub is a full-time position, (32 –35 hours/ week) that reports directly to the Gear Hub Director and works closely with the entire staff. The primary responsibility of the Inventory and Ordering Coordinator is to manage and maintain our new inventory supply at the Garage and Bike School, including components for bike builds and service, as well as appropriate merchandising for the retail floor. The Gear Hub is a cooperative, fast-paced work environment requiring multi-tasking and flexibility. PGH employees work with volunteers to serve a diverse population of customers and program participants. This position will be based out of our retail location at 155 Washington Ave, Portland. Occasional shifts may include travel to the Bike School, and seasonally to our XC Ski Rental Hut in Oxford, ME.

Are you a bicycle enthusiast? Ketcha Outdoors is seeking a bicycle visionary, and passionate leader with outstanding organizational, management, and community-building skills to become the Director of the Portland Gear Hub. The Director will oversee all aspects of operations, staff, and volunteers at our non-profit community bike shop including managing our retail and donation-processing center and bike school in Portland, Maine. The Director will be a senior leadership team member and will be responsible for advancing our mission to provide equitable access to the outdoors and gear. The Director will assist with implementing our strategic plan and will help grow the funding and capacity needed to advance our mission. The Director will be an employee of Ketcha Outdoors and will report to the Executive Director but will work on-site from the shop in Portland. https://lnkd.in/eMp_RCXF

Do you love spending time outside? Are you an animal lover? Do you have a passion for early childhood education? Then come join me and the rest of the team at Ketcha Outdoors! I am hiring for a Lead Preschool Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. If you're interested, you can learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eHQQhHva #hiring #outdooreducation #earlychildhoodeducation #preschool #teacher

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Have a passion for outdoor education? Come join the teaching team at Ketcha's Farm & Forest Preschool as a Lead Teacher! Ketcha Outdoors is located in Scarborough, Maine on 107 acres of marsh, wetland, and old-growth forest. The Farm & Forest Preschool practices nature-based education, rooted in the Reggio Emilia approach, for children ages 3-5. We are looking for an experienced, passionate individual to join our team for the 2024-2025 school year. We offer competitive benefits! If you're interested in applying or learning more, please contact Kailina, the Farm & Forest School Director, at kmills@ketchaoutdoors.org. https://lnkd.in/eXwM2F79

Karen J. Stanley serves on the Ketcha Outdoors Board of Directors. The dedication and leadership of our Board Members inspire our staff and volunteers. Congratulations Karen.

Ketcha Outdoors has a unique opportunity for a passionate outdoor early educator to lead our Farm and Forest Preschool program into its next chapter. Our nature-based preschool located in Scarborough, Maine on 107 acres of farm, forest, and marshland is an ideal location for immersion into nature for kids ages 3-5 years old. The Teaching Director will work full-time to play an integral role in running this program by working directly with students, and collaborating and overseeing staff members, including student interns. They will also keep the program in good standing with Maine State licensing regulations. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone to incorporate a love for working with young children with a passion and enthusiasm for nature-based education.

Ketcha Outdoors offers an After-School Care program designed to provide children with a safe, engaging, and enriching environment after regular school hours. The program aims to support working parents or guardians by offering a supervised space where children can participate in various recreational and educational activities. These activities might include outdoor adventures, games, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and opportunities for social interaction. The Ketcha Outdoors After School Care program emphasizes the importance of physical activity, creativity, and fostering connections with peers. After-School Care students catch the bus directly to Ketcha Outdoors from Pleasant Hill, Wentworth, or Scarborough Middle School. Our Farm and Forest students (ages 4+) are brought to the Main Building for programs and activities. After-school care is available Monday-Friday until 6 p.m., and part-time schedules are also an option.

Our nature-based preschool has openings for Fall enrollment. Monday - Friday 8:30 - Noon. Our students are active in the outdoors learning while playing, hiking, gardening, and visiting animals on the farm. Contact our Farm and Forest Preschool Director Emma Dixon: edixon@ketchaoutdoors.org.