Lead (Preschool) Teacher Level I & II (Colville, WA - Smart Start)
About The Position
We’re pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Lead (Preschool) Teacher Level I & II (Colville, WA) within the Early Childhood Education Department. This full-time, temporary position runs from June 22nd to September 4th, 2026. The role oversees the daily operation of a preschool classroom, planning and implementing educational programs that integrate trauma-informed practices to support social-emotional learning and self-regulation. The teacher will also work with families to enhance their understanding of child development and parenting, and provide guidance and support to other teachers, staff, and volunteers.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license in state of residence.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Auto insurance in the amount required by the State of Washington.
- Physical examination within three weeks of employment.
- First Aid & Infant/Child CPR card within 30 days of employment.
- Food Worker’s Card or acquire within 30 days of employment.
- Completion of a criminal history check.
- Resume Required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a supervisor preferred (for both Level I and Level II).
Responsibilities
- Supervision of educational preschool classes, including planning and conducting classes.
- Meeting compliance with all classroom objectives outlined by program standards.
- Overseeing the collection and organization of appropriate materials.
- Assuring that the physical environment meets developmentally appropriate standards for three, four, and five-year-old children.
- Developing daily lesson plans based on research-based curricula that meet developmentally appropriate educational opportunities in all areas.
- Supervising, managing, and monitoring the work of assigned staff to promote smooth operations in the classroom.
- Guiding and training volunteers and providing ongoing guidance and training of staff, including preparing them for future promotion opportunities.
- Responsible for the immediate discipline of subordinate employees, with support from their assigned supervisor.
- Planning, organizing, and conducting Parent Teacher Conferences and Home Visits with families, following program guidelines and curriculum.
- Facilitating and assisting parents in setting child goals and providing parents with materials that support the development and learning of their child.
- Providing crisis intervention as necessary, with support from program specialists, managers, and the assigned Family Services Advocate, when applicable.
- Conducting developmental screening and assessment of children.
- Developing and monitoring individual child plans for each child with technical assistance from their supervisor, including IEPs for children qualifying for special services.
- Tracking, analyzing, and demonstrating progress on individual child and classroom educational outcomes.
- Monitoring systems and records required to evaluate and document assigned services.
- Managing files, tracking sheets, and reports.
- Overseeing the preparation of reports and correspondence as required.
- Documenting, organizing, and entering child and program data, using a variety of database systems.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental insurance options for employees and families
- Vision and Life insurance as well as other auxiliary insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% matching contribution
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- 8 hours paid vacation per month during first year of employment
- 8 hours paid sick leave per month
- Eleven paid holidays per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
