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PreK/ Preschool Lead Teacher 2024-25 St. Thomas More, Lynnwood, WA

The Archdiocese of Seattle
Seattle, WA
$25-$33 an hour
Full-time

General Description :

St. Thomas School is a diverse preschool-8th grade school in Lynnwood. We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, collaborative Preschool / PreK Lead who will provide support to all classrooms, working with children, three to five years old.

Responsibilities :

  • All responsibilities are to be in line with the Catholic mission of the Parish and school
  • Nurture children’s social, spiritual, & academic development while fostering a Catholic environment of mutual respect and appreciation.
  • Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development.
  • Ensure the safety & well-being of each child by responding to their emotional, social, and physical needs.
  • Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g., restroom use, cleaning up, dressing).
  • Be warm and nurturing with the children as well as being a positive role model for all caregiving staff and children.
  • Maintain an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children.
  • Supervise other Early Learning staff.
  • Communicate with the Program Director regarding all aspects of the children’s care as well as classroom management.

Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate degree in Early Childhood preferred
  • Early Childhood Experience
  • Two Professional References
  • Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
  • Ability to perform the job responsibilities of this position
  • Be mentally and physically capable of caring for a group of children
  • Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences
  • Have an awareness of the unique needs of young children and have appropriate expectations of their abilities.
  • Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50lbs
  • Have dependable transportation.

Condition of Employment :

  • Passed background check in MERIT & VIRTUS.
  • Be CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certified or obtain certification upon hire.
  • Complete Childcare Basics (to be completed within 90 days of hire) and maintain 10-hour annual in-service training.
  • Show proof of MMR immunization & Tuberculosis test.
  • Please keep in mind that the above job description is meant to be a guideline and does not list in detail all of the job responsibilities of a Lead Teacher.

Reports to : Early Learning Center Program Director, Pastor

Typical Hours : 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday

8 hours per day within the Center operating hours)

Salary : is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.

Range : $25-$33 Per Hour

Benefits : A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.

For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers, we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable, innovative housing options, based on availability.

To apply, interested applicants should complete the application in Frontline AND submit a cover letter and resume to :

Director Elizabeth Glaze, [email protected]

St. Thomas More School

6511 176th Street SW

Lynnwood, WA 98037

425-743-4242

Upon review of the application, candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Website : https : / / stms.org /

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