Lead Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are a licensed childcare center providing care for 1 month thru 5 years. We are looking for a full-time experienced Lead Teacher. Shifts are Monday thru Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. This position is working with 7 children at a time ages 3 to 4 year olds, providing children with fun, educational and developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and engaging environment.

You must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment as well as be self-motivated and organized. Having patience and an ability to develop positive relationships with children and their families is a must.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Follow Washington State Code: WAC

Follow program policies and procedures

Maintain good attendance and punctuality

Carry out program responsibilities

Follow the daily schedule

Assume an equal share of joint housekeeping responsibilities such as nightly shutting down the classroom, keeping classroom and children's supplies inventoried

Actively engage in activities, manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.

Maintain a safe and healthy environment

Maintain confidentiality

Basic qualifications:

Be at least 18 years old

Have a high school degree or GED

Have the ability to pass a Washington State background check

Have or receive a TB test by the first day

Have or receive STARS basic training

High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.

Must have or get within 14 days Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.

Must have or get within 14 days bloodborne pathogens

Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks and be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.

Ability to lift up to 45 pounds

Initial ECE certificate or willingness to get.

3 years of verifiable professional experience working at a center or other group care program.

Experience with lesson planning, prepping and implementation. We use Creative Curriculum, training is provided.

• Benefits:

  Paid vacation and sick leave

  Scholarships available through Early Achievers

  Paid teacher in-service days and training opportunities