Preschool Teacher Leave Replacement

Job Description

GROUP: Certificated
SALARY: Certificated Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK DAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 180

SUMMARY: The Preschool Certificated Teacher works with preschool children who have enrolled in FACE, Puyallup Tribal Preschool or ECEAP. The teacher provides strong learning where preschool children can develop and thrive. The teacher provides a model for parents on teaching, motivating, discipling and communicating with young children. The development of early literacy and strong relationship building is a focus for all Puyallup Tribal Preschool/ECEAP staff.

ABOUT CHIEF LESCHI SCHOOLS: Formerly known as the Puyallup Tribal School, Chief Leschi Schools was founded in 1976 to address the high dropout rate of the youth of the Puyallup tribe. It is the largest of seven tribal schools in the state of Washington and one of approximately 200+ tribal schools in the United States. It is also one of the largest tribal schools to be funded by the Bureau of Indian Education.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,334 to $144,973 Per Year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops instructional units, lessons & day to day activities that promote academic achievement
• Demonstrates use of formative & summative assessments that promote student learning & instructional practices.
• Implements required preschool curriculums in the early childhood classroom.
• Develops, publicizes, and carries out a program of early childhood education for program participants.
• Maintains up-to-date files on each student. Prepares accurate reports, written plans and documents.
• Contributes to required monthly reports, end of the year report and data collections.
• Completes the Children Progress Academic Assessment (CPAA) for each student in the fall, winter and spring.
• Arranges for and/or provides screening services for children and referral services, as indicated.
• Maintains weekly and daily lesson plans. Provides a copy of the weekly lesson plans to the ECE Coordinator/Supervisor as requested.
• Uses a variety of instructional approaches, materials and techniques to ensure that children learn to their fullest potential.
• Collaborates with our Instructional Services, staff & Administrators on behalf of student achievement.
• Integrates Native American culture into the center-based education program where appropriate.
• Knowledgeable and shares information with families about community resources and further academic opportunities.
• Classroom is organized and accessible for learning. Ensures that program materials, equipment (such as computer, cameras, projectors, etc.) and environment are kept clean, secure and free from clutter and vandalism.
• Provides a learning environment that is full of literacy learning opportunities and reflects the language and culture of the families.
• Provides a daily routine that is consistent and includes all the required elements of a Preschool classroom.
• Meets weekly with the ECE team to plan and evaluate program services.
• Helps plan and facilitate the monthly Parent Group Meetings.
• Reports to the ECE Coordinator on all matters of importance related to the PTP program.
• Willing to attend professional development opportunities to increase job skills.
• Meets other requirements as faculty member of the school.
• Effectively uses word-processing, electronic email, Internet, and digital cameras for the center-based classroom.
• Establishes rapport with families and empowers parents by building on their strengths.
• Works well as a team member to develop the full potential of all participants and is self-motivated.
• Able to relate well to both children and adults of diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
• Treats each child, parent and co-worker with dignity and respect.
• Highly organized and adaptable to the families’ goals and needs.
• Demonstrates positives student discipline routines & practices that promote student learning
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This list is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Chief Leschi Schools reserves the right to assign or modify duties consistent with operational needs. Workplace accommodations may be provided in accordance with CLS Tribal policy to enable qualified individuals to perform essential functions.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
• Obtain and maintain the following certifications: First Aid, CPR, and a Food Handler’s Permit

Preferred Qualifications

• Current or recent experience working with Native Americans or other similar diverse populations
• Knowledge or experience with; AVID, Responsive Classroom, Trauma-Informed Practices, Restorative Practices, Project GLAD, Project Based Learning

Condition of Employment

• Successful criminal background clearance
• Successful and/or clear drug screening

Knowledge Of

• Best practices in teaching and learning & School board policies and procedures

Ability To

• Take initiative and work independently
• Demonstrate commitment to the teaching profession and its code of ethics
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Manage a classroom effectively for optimum learning
• Synthesize information and present it clearly and in an organized manner
• Work with and relate to Native American children and serve as a positive role model
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse, multicultural environment, to include school staff and administrators, parents and community members
• Demonstrate and maintain confidentiality
• Integrate cultural competencies in teaching Native American students
• Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

Reporting Relationship

Early Childhood Education Principal

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Workplace accommodations may be provided in accordance with CLS Tribal policy.

• Employees may be required to sit or stand for extended periods and perform tasks involving reaching, talking, hearing, bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and fine motor coordination.
• This position may require regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds, with appropriate assistance or equipment as needed.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in an indoor educational environment with moderate noise levels. Employees may work in and/or proximity to classrooms, students, and standard office or instructional equipment. Conditions may vary based on program needs.

Sovereign Immunity Notice

Chief Leschi Schools operates under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment is governed by Tribal law and policy and does not create a contract of employment. Nothing in this job description or related materials shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.

Indian Preference & Equal Opportunity Statement

Chief Leschi Schools is an equal opportunity employer operating under the authority of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. Employment decisions are made in accordance with Tribal law, including applicable Indian preference requirements. Chief Leschi Schools provides employment opportunities without unlawful discrimination as defined by Tribal policy and aligns with applicable federal requirements where expressly required under law or the State-Tribal Education Compact. Nothing in this statement shall be construed as a waiver of CLS’s or the Tribe’s sovereign immunity.

Job Details

Starting Date: Dec 3, 2026

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Contact Information

• Kathryn Yates , ECE Principal
• ECEAP/ECE
• Email: View email address on click.appcast.io