Pre-K Teacher / Early Childhood Judaic Teacher (Ages 1–5)

About The Role

Seattle Hebrew Academy’s Early Childhood program is seeking a warm, engaging, and experienced educator to serve in a dual role as a Pre-K and Early Childhood Judaic Teacher. This position includes leading our Pre-K classroom while also supporting Judaic learning across all Early Childhood classrooms (ages 1–5).

Key Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment
• Support children’s social-emotional development, independence, and overall growth
• Support Kindergarten readiness through developmentally appropriate early literacy, math, and social-emotional experiences
• Plan and implement play-based, process-oriented curriculum
• Build strong, responsive relationships with children and families
• Collaborate with teaching team and program leadership
• Maintain a safe, organized, and supportive classroom environment

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (Pre-K experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of early childhood development
• Background in Jewish education, Judaic studies, or relevant experience
• Able to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Warm, patient, and relationship-focused approach
• Strong communication and collaboration skills