Lead Pre-K Teacher

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-5:00pm. This position is working with 10, 4 to 5 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

• Follow Washington State Code: WAC
• Follow program policies and procedures
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Carry out program responsibilities
• Follow the classroom 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

Requirements

• 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
• Have an initial ECE certificate or willingness to get
• Scholarships available
• 2 years of verifiable professional experience working at a center or other group care program
• Nice To Haves: Experience with lesson planning, prepping and implementation. We use Creative Curriculum, and training is provided

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Scholarships available through Early Achievers
• Paid teacher in-service days and training opportunities