Early Childhood Teacher

89 Days Old

Seattle Hebrew Academy - Early Childhood Center
About Us: Seattle Hebrew Academy's Early Childhood Center is a welcoming and inclusive Jewish preschool dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of young children in a supportive, enriching environment. Our program fosters curiosity, creativity, social-emotional growth, and a lifelong love of learning among children ages 1 to 5. While we are rooted in Jewish values and traditions, applicants do not need to be Jewish or have prior Judaic knowledge.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a passionate and collaborative Lead Teacher or Co-Teacher to join our Early Childhood team. This educator will play a central role in creating engaging learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and contributing to a warm, child-centered environment. This position follows the school calendar, including summer and winter breaks, federal holidays, and Jewish holidays.
Responsibilities:
Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum that supports the whole child (social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and creative development). Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture aligned with Jewish values and practices. Observe and document children's progress; use observations to inform planning and communication with families. Maintain a safe, organized, and stimulating learning environment. Collaborate with co-teachers, assistants, and administrators to ensure consistency and support across the program. Establish strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Communicate regularly with families through newsletters, conferences, and informal updates. Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development. Ensure compliance with all licensing and safety requirements. Qualifications: Experience working in early childhood education (preschool or toddler classroom). Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and child-centered teaching. Commitment to anti-bias, inclusive education. Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills. Reliable, flexible, and eager to grow professionally. Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain (school may assist). Must pass required background checks and meet WA State licensing requirements. STARS/MERIT training a plus. Compensation & Benefits: Competitive hourly pay: $21-$25/hour based on experience and qualifications. $500 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days of employment). Paid breaks during summer, winter, federal, and Jewish holidays. Opportunities for afterschool and summer work if desired. Medical and other benefits as applicable. Supportive, mission-driven, and team-oriented environment. Ongoing professional development opportunities.
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Location:
Seattle, WA, United States
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Education, Training, And Library Occupations

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