2026-2027 Lower School Kindergarten Classroom Faculty

The Bush School•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lower School Kindergarten Faculty member reports to the Lower School Director and works closely with students and families, as well as Lower School faculty and staff. This position is responsible for teaching Kindergarten and partnering with students and families to support student development. While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below.

Requirements

Experience teaching Kindergarten required; 3 or more years preferred
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and ongoing growth in education
Interest in developing team-based skills and best practices with students
Comfort working in a student-centered classroom environment, including establishing expectations and protocols for shared space, tools, and materials
Ability to hold students accountable for progress, outcomes and attendance
Familiarity with current learning theories and basic principles of human growth and development, with ability to consider them in the design and implementation of learning experiences.
Knowledge of current trends and research in learning and assessment.
Ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics to create a positive and productive learning environment for all students.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain school expectations and rules while participating in off-campus events and experiences with students
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to work collaboratively in a variety of teams
Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings
Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, manage long days, and support body with core muscles.
Fine Motor Skills: Using hands to grasp, move, or assemble small objects (e.g., papers, writing).
Sensory: Clear hearing to distinguish sounds and vision to see differences in color, shade, brightness.
Ability to sit and keyboard for up to 8 hours per day & lift up to 30 pounds (file boxes).
Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.
This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States.
The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of experience teaching Kindergarten preferred
Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Create and sustain a classroom culture aligned with the mission and values of the school
Design, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that emphasize experiential learning
Teach Math, Literacy, Science, and Social Studies, and build a strong foundation in social-emotional learning for our youngest students
Demonstrate experience teaching an experiential curriculum that balances inquiry and creativity while meeting clear end-of-year, grade-level outcomes
Create a child-centered, nurturing, and non-competitive learning environment
Provide opportunities for children to thrive and take risks
Respect and support each child as an individual while fostering a sense of belonging within a group and community
Develop students’ self-confidence and self-esteem
Differentiate instructional resources and methods to meet the varying needs of students
Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum
Collaborate with the school counselor to establish and maintain social-emotional learning and student wellness
Work closely with the learning coordinator to support diverse learning styles and needs in the classroom
Establish positive classroom expectations using a responsive approach to behavior management, creating a safe and comfortable environment for all students
Build and sustain effective partnerships with parents/guardians, including proactive communication between home and school
Observe, evaluate, and assess student development, maintaining accurate records of progress, including drafting detailed and thoughtful report cards
Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress and classroom updates
Demonstrate willingness to plan and prepare outside the scheduled school day as needed to ensure high-quality instruction
Serve on the Kindergarten admissions committee and support Kindergarten admissions events
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to team-based work
Proactively participate in professional development opportunities at The Bush School and within the broader educational community, including weekly Wednesday afternoon faculty and all-staff meetings