Preschool Lead Teacher

C3 Tri-Cities•Richland, WA

28d•$19 - $20

About The Position

C3 is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to create a consistent, engaging, and nurturing classroom experience for children ages 2–6. The role takes ownership of a classroom, including planning and preparation, leading the daily flow, establishing routines, preparing materials, and building relationships with students and families. The teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate lessons and activities that support children’s academic, social, and spiritual growth, including Biblical truths and faith-based learning. The Lead Teacher works independently in their classroom while collaborating with the preschool team, sharing ideas and resources, communicating with fellow teachers, and adapting to changing needs. The teacher coordinates classroom responsibilities with and provides direction and support to an Assistant Teacher. The role also connects Adventure Kids Preschool with families through regular classroom communication and updates about children’s learning and experiences. This is a morning position with classroom hours Monday–Thursday, 9:00–11:30 AM, plus expected weekly planning, preparation, and material-organization time. Staff meetings and training are scheduled as needed, and additional hours are required for special events several times throughout the year. Planning and preparation outside classroom hours may be scheduled flexibly. Compensation starts at $18.75–$19.90 per hour. The start date is to be determined.

Requirements

A growing relationship with Jesus Christ and willingness to model Biblical priorities and C3’s core values.
Successful completion of a C3-initiated background check.
Dependability and commitment to maintaining a consistent classroom presence and schedule.
A flexible, collaborative approach and willingness to support classroom and preschool-team needs.
Experience working with young children in an educational or classroom setting.
Ability to confidently lead and manage a preschool classroom.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to plan ahead, manage classroom responsibilities, and follow through on expectations.
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for young children.

Nice To Haves

Previous lesson-planning and curriculum-planning experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement creative, developmentally appropriate preschool lessons and activities.
Prepare classroom materials and organize the classroom.
Lead the daily classroom flow and establish routines.
Create hands-on, play-based learning opportunities.
Provide positive guidance and redirection to children.
Support children in developing independence, confidence, and social skills.
Incorporate Biblical truths and faith-based learning into the preschool day.
Coordinate classroom responsibilities with the Assistant Teacher and provide direction and support.
Communicate with families about what children are learning and experiencing at preschool.
Collaborate with other Lead Teachers, share ideas and resources, and support the preschool team.
Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled.
Work additional hours for special events several times throughout the year.