Enrichment Teacher - $500 Sign On Bonus!

Launch•Seattle, WA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Launch is dedicated to ensuring a brilliant start for all children through preschool, after-school, and summer programs. Its programs provide equitable access to high-quality learning and care in safe, enriching environments for children ages 3–12. Launch serves more than 1,300 children at nine Seattle public schools and three community centers and welcomes diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives. Enrichment Teachers provide school-age children with a safe, caring, academically and socially enriching environment. They ensure curriculum and activities are developmentally appropriate and address identified academic and social development domains. The position includes planning and leading activities, supporting homework, supervising children, maintaining a safe and organized site, and communicating with families and colleagues. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered, paid as $250 after the first month of employment and $250 after successful completion of 90 days.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
At least one year of education beyond high school.
At least two years of experience working with children.
At least one year of experience working with school-age children, with demonstrated knowledge and competence in behavior management and activity planning or coordination.
Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.
Ability to communicate positively and proactively with children and adults.
Ability to create varied, versatile, age-appropriate activities for children at different ages and developmental stages.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member.
Ability to work and interact with children and parents.
Ability to create and implement curriculum using Student Voice and Choice.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
Time management skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on cross-functional teams with a wide range of personalities.
Strong problem-solving abilities and written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented.
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance.
TB clearance, Food Worker Card, First Aid/CPR, Blood Borne Pathogens/HIV training, Mandated Reporter Training, and MMR vaccination record.
Must attend required training, including Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families trainings in Medication Management, Disaster and Emergency Preparedness, Families Experiencing Homelessness, and Abusive Head Trauma.
Complete the STARS Basic 30-hour Child Care course within one month of hire.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree in education or a related field is preferred.
Experience working in a nonprofit organization.
A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.

Responsibilities

Create weekly lesson plans aligned with Expanded Learning Opportunities best practices.
Supervise and manage groups of children.
Attend scheduled staff meetings.
Maintain the safety of children and enforce general center safety rules.
Maintain site organization and cleanliness.
Prepare and serve snacks to children.
Engage children in enrichment activities and provide homework support.
Build strong, nurturing relationships with children and families.
Communicate positively with parents, staff, the supervisor, and school personnel.
Assist with positive behavior management techniques when required.
Obtain required training and ongoing professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned, including duties in other functional areas.