Early Childhood Teacher

About the role

You have the opportunity to be a part of a unique program in a long-standing historic Seattle community! Bayview Intergenerational Childcare Center (ICC) is a childcare center inside of Bayview Retirement Community. At Bayview ICC the children not only get the best care and nurturing from our amazing staff, but they get the chance to interact with the retirement community residents.

Responsibilities

• Partners closely with team members to create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children—while also fostering meaningful connections with older adult residents.
• Create one-of-a-kind learning experiences that support children’s social development, empathy, and understanding of others through shared activities like art, gardening, and storytelling.
• Support daily classroom activities, help implement curriculum, and ensure compliance with licensing standards.
• Create a positive and inclusive environment for children, families, and the broader community.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• An Associate of Arts Degree, a Child Development Associate Degree, equivalent options or willingness to work towards preferred.
• Demonstrated willingness to continue attending educational offerings.
• Mets or exceeds the minimum licensing requirements for certifications (i.e., CPR, HIV/AIDS, First Aid, Food Handlers Permit).
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Treats parent/child information in a confidential manner.
• Possesses good communication skills.
• Possesses good problem solving skills.
• Ability to be flexible and patient.
• Ability to have fun and laugh often!

Benefits

• 403(b) plan with up to 4% match
• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized ORCA Card - Annual pass
• Paid time off
• On-site Daycare (subsidized)
• Affordable On-site Dining or