PRESCHOOL LEAD TEACHER WITH BACHELOR IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and dependable Lead Preschool Teacher to join our early learning team.
The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young children. This position takes the lead in planning and implementing curriculum, establishing consistent classroom routines, supporting children's social-emotional development, communicating with families, and working collaboratively with assistant teachers.
We are looking for someone who understands that preschool children learn best through play, hands-on experiences, meaningful relationships, exploration, and consistent guidance .
The ideal candidate is a confident classroom leader who can independently manage a classroom while also building a strong, collaborative teaching team.

Lead the daily operation of the preschool classroom.
Provide active supervision of children at all times.
Maintain required staff-to-child ratios and group-size requirements.
Work collaboratively with assistant teachers and support staff.
Delegate classroom responsibilities appropriately and help team members stay on track.
Model professionalism, patience, and positive interactions with children and coworkers.
Create activities that support children's cognitive, language, physical, social-emotional, and creative development.
Provide opportunities for hands-on exploration, discovery, problem-solving, and child-led learning.
Incorporate children's interests, strengths, cultures, and individual needs into curriculum planning.
Support kindergarten readiness while maintaining a play-based approach.
Document children's learning, development, and classroom experiences as required.
Adapt activities to meet the developmental needs of individual children.
Build trusting and responsive relationships with children.
Help children identify and express emotions appropriately.
Teach conflict-resolution, problem-solving, friendship, and classroom community skills.
Support children who may need additional behavioral or developmental support.
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child's day, development, and accomplishments.
Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
Encourage families to participate in their child's learning and development.
Follow all Washington State childcare licensing requirements and center policies.
Maintain active supervision and appropriate staff-to-child ratios.
Follow proper procedures for meals, diapering/toileting, handwashing, cleaning, rest periods, transitions, and outdoor play.
Maintain confidentiality of children's records and information.
Attend required staff meetings, training, and professional development.
Participate in classroom observations and coaching.
Communicate effectively with the Director and administrative team.
Support other classrooms and staff when needed.
Maintain a positive and professional attitude throughout the workday.

Applicants must meet Washington State requirements for working as a Lead Teacher in a licensed early learning program.
Must meet applicable Washington State DCYF education and experience requirements for the position.
Must have the required ECE credential/certificate or approved equivalent , as applicable to the position and center.
Must have experience working with preschool-age children.
Previous experience as a Lead Teacher is strongly preferred .
Must complete required Washington State childcare preservice training and orientation.
Must maintain required professional development and training.
Must have a strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
Must understand and follow Washington State childcare licensing requirements.
Must demonstrate strong classroom-management and communication skills.
Must be dependable, professional, and able to work effectively as part of a teaching team.
Must be able to safely supervise and actively engage with young children throughout the workday.
Education and professional credentials are subject to verification through the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) electronic workforce registry when applicable.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.
Previous Lead Preschool Teacher experience.
Experience working with children ages 2.5–3.5 years .
Experience with developmental assessments and child observations.
Experience supporting children with challenging behaviors or additional developmental needs.
Training in trauma-informed care.
Training in social-emotional learning and positive guidance.
Experience mentoring assistant teachers.
Experience using Procare or other childcare management software.
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

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Child Care Discount