Lead Teacher - Licensed Program

Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County•Bellingham, WA

89d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County is seeking Lead Teachers for their Early Learning Centers. This role focuses on fostering child development through play, creativity, and social-emotional support, aiming to help children reach their milestones. The Lead Teacher will implement engaging activities for children aged 1 month to 12 years, guide social-emotional development, and ensure the classroom environment meets Washington state standards.

Requirements

A Play-First Mindset: You genuinely enjoy engaging with kids.
Willingness to complete (or already have) WAC requirements, including 30-hour STARS training, TB test, and background check/fingerprinting.
A commitment to reflecting and serving our diverse Whatcom County neighborhoods.

Responsibilities

Implement activities that get kids moving, thinking, and growing (ages 1 month to 12 years).
Guide social-emotional development in a way that makes every child feel seen.
Ensure your classroom is a high-quality environment that meets WA state standards.

Benefits

Low or no cost childcare for most employees registered with MERIT
Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
Paid holidays (8 for Full-Time and 5 for Part-Time) + 1 self-selected holiday per year
Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Vision insurance for Full-Time (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees
401k plan after 60 days (up to 6% match after 1 year of service)