Preschool Educator - Hourly
About The Position
Joyful Discovery Preschool at Mary, Queen of Peace is seeking a highly qualified, dedicated and outgoing candidate for the position of Lead Teacher for our Pre-Kindergarten Class for the Fall of 2024 (8:1 student/teacher ratio). This position is 18 hours per week, Monday through Thursday (9am-1:30pm) with additional planning hours to equal 2 hours per week). This position is not benefits eligible, except for Worker’s Comp. You will have the opportunity to make a difference in children's lives by providing them with a safe and nurturing environment that encourages their social, emotional, physical, spiritual and intellectual development. You will teach with a fun and talented team of dedicated teachers and directors, while assisting in the design and implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Applicants will have the aptitude to collaboratively maintain positive relationships with our students, parents, and coworkers. Strong work ethic, excellent communication and classroom management skills are a must.
Requirements
- Is faith-filled and is committed to the mission and ministry of Mary, Queen of Peace and uses the teachings of Christ in creating a supportive environment for children and families
- Enjoys working as part of a team.
- Is organized, creative, energetic & dependable.
- Knowledge of the varied & necessary developmental stages of preschool aged children
- Must be able to create and implement a weekly curriculum.
- Experience working with preschool aged children.
- Bachelor of Arts, preferably in Education or Early Childhood
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Lead Teacher in Pre-K, or in primary grades
- Provide a warm nurturing environment.
- Ability to speak and write fluent English.
- Current resident of Washington State
- Complete a successful background check through VIRTUS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
