Lead Teacher (Toddlers)

Vision House • Shoreline, WA

2h • $24 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Teacher at Vision House Children's Village Child Care Center provides a nurturing, Christ-centered environment where children can develop positive relationships and a love of learning. The role plans and implements developmentally appropriate curricula, fosters a safe and engaging classroom, and maintains communication with parents and staff.

This is a 40-hour, non-exempt hourly position in Shoreline, with a schedule of either 9:00 AM–6:00 PM or 9:30 AM–6:00 PM. The Lead Teacher reports to the Childcare Director. Compensation is $23.50–$27.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of work experience in a childcare setting.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have or acquire an ECE Initial Certificate or equivalent, as verified in the electronic workforce registry.
• Progress toward an ECE Short Certificate within 2 years of receiving the ECE Initial Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability in early childhood curriculum development and implementation, including language development, music, and art.
• Experience managing classroom behavior and applying positive discipline strategies.
• Food Handler's Permit.
• Obtain First Aid/CPR before starting.
• Proof of a negative TB test and MMR vaccine.
• Complete 30 hours of STARS training and register with MERIT.
• Proficiency with early childhood education software for tracking attendance, communicating with parents, and maintaining lesson plans.
• Love for children and desire to positively impact their lives through education.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, including adherence to scheduled work hours and attendance expectations.
• Committed follower of Jesus Christ whose beliefs are consistent with and support Vision House's Statement of Faith, and willingness to affirm the Statement of Faith as a condition of employment.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds properly.
• Ability to assume low-level positions for physical and visual contact with children and perform activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and handling materials.
• Acceptable hearing and visual capabilities to monitor the environment and children's well-being.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate positive relationships with children and create a warm, supportive classroom environment.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive early childhood curricula in coordination with other staff.
• Develop daily individual and group lesson plans to meet children's developmental needs.
• Assess children's developmental progress regularly and recommend necessary referrals to the Director.
• Organize and maintain classroom supplies, documents, and equipment.
• Coordinate with the Child Care Director to assign program and household tasks equitably among staff.
• Communicate daily with parents and provide verbal and written updates about each child's progress.
• Interpret and communicate center policies to assistant teachers and parents.
• Collaborate with staff to implement routines and schedules in accordance with center standards.
• Maintain health and safety standards according to licensing requirements and comply with state regulations.
• Assist in leading classroom activities during emergency drills and ensure children's safety in emergencies.
• Stay current on Early Childhood Education best practices and research, particularly concerning children who have experienced trauma.
• Maintain records, including attendance and developmental assessments.
• Provide feedback to the Child Care Director regarding staff performance, program delivery, and curriculum effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $500 hiring bonus for new hires.
• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options with employee/employer premium cost sharing.
• Fifteen days of paid vacation accrued during the first year, with accrual rates increasing based on length of service.
• Paid sick leave accrued at 1.385 hours for every 40 hours worked, equivalent to approximately nine paid sick days annually for full-time employees.
• Thirteen paid holidays annually.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• Employee-sponsored life insurance options available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Childcare tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed