Catholic Bilingual Early Learning Director & Lead Teacher

4000 Archdiocese Of Seattle Payroll Svc; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy in Washington seeks a Director of Early Learning & Lead Teacher to support and lead our growing Early Learning Program. The role blends leadership with hands-on instruction in a bilingual, Spanish-first setting.

The position requires a degree in ECE or related field, a strong Spanish/English skill set, and dedication to Catholic dual-language immersion education. This is a full‑time, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Learning, or related field, or willingness to work toward obtaining one.
• Minimum of 45 ECE credits or equivalent required.
• Experience working in early childhood education required.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English required.

Responsibilities

• Support and help oversee the daily operations of the Early Learning Center and Extended Care Program.
• Collaborate with administration to ensure program consistency, organization, and compliance.
• Help support, guide, and communicate with ECE teachers and extended care staff.
• Assist with scheduling, classroom support, student transitions, and program needs.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and mission-centered team culture.
• Support communication with families regarding student needs, routines, and program updates in both English and Spanish.
• Participate in school leadership activities, meetings, and events as needed.
• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction and activities as Lead Teacher.
• Deliver instruction primarily in Spanish in alignment with the school's 90/10 dual-language immersion model.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy in Washington seeks a Director of Early Learning & Lead Teacher to support and lead our growing Early Learning Program. The role blends leadership with hands-on instruction in a bilingual, Spanish-first setting.

The position requires a degree in ECE or related field, a strong Spanish/English skill set, and dedication to Catholic dual-language immersion education. This is a full‑time, on-site role.