Lead Enrichment Teacher
About The Position
The Lead Enrichment Teacher works in person at an Impact Public Schools campus in South Seattle, Washington, serving elementary education students during the school year. The role creates a positive, inclusive enrichment environment where students can explore and learn through movement, art, science, and recess activities. The teacher uses engaging curriculum and resources, adapts instruction to enrichment subjects, and supports student curiosity, joy, and belonging. The position is part of a collaborative school community. The teacher models Impact Public Schools’ core values, contributes to ongoing efforts to improve students’ experiences, and demonstrates a commitment to equity and to helping every child meet ambitious goals. It is a full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt, in-person role. The start date will be determined during the offer process.
Requirements
- Must have or be eligible for OSPI certification with an Elementary Education endorsement within one month of employment.
- Must have or be eligible to obtain a food handler certification.
- Must be able to obtain and provide an academic transcript if hired.
- Offer is contingent upon passing a fingerprint and background check.
- Must complete SafeSchools trainings.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working to close the opportunity gap.
- Passion for equity and gap-closing teaching experience with a proven record of student growth.
- Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field, or actively working toward completing a bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate a positive and inclusive enrichment environment using effective behavior-management strategies and strong student connections.
- Apply instructional best practices aligned with the Impact instructional model, tailoring methods to enrichment subjects and creating opportunities for exploration and discovery.
- Implement lesson plans provided by the IPS Academics team, adapting them for movement, art, and recess activities.
- Anticipate student responses, address potential challenges proactively, and plan targeted questions to support instruction.
- Model Impact core values in interactions and follow campus norms that align with the organization’s values.
- Help create an inclusive environment where students feel a sense of belonging.
- Work to disrupt inequity in enrichment settings and contribute to the broader school community.
- Honor and celebrate student diversity during movement, science, and recess activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and generous paid time off, including paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
- Up to $10,500 in financial support toward a teacher certification preparation program.
- Eligible employees can access an earned wage program through myFlexPay.
- Medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability benefits.
- Retirement account with employer contributions.
- Free mental health support through the employee assistance program.
- Growth pathways for increased levels of leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
