Full-Time Lead Preschool Teacher - Shape Curious Minds

Associated Recreation Council; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) seeks a Preschool Lead Teacher for Meadowbrook Community Center in Seattle, WA. The role focuses on planning, organizing, and leading developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers 3–5 enrolled in Seattle Preschool Program (SPP).

The full-time position offers planning time, mentoring to assistants, and collaboration with Seattle Parks and Recreation to deliver high-quality licensed childcare and related programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field, verified as approved in MERIT.
• At least 30 approved ECE quarter credits verified through MERIT (up to 10 may be ECE-School Age credits).
• 2+ years of preschool teaching experience preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum for ages 3–5.
• Lead classroom operations ensuring a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment.
• Mentor and guide assistant teachers and support staff.
• Engage regularly with families and community partners to support child development.
• Maintain staff-to-child ratio of 1:10 for safety and supervision.
• Report to Licensed Preschool Director for guidance and support.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Family communication

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field

30 approved ECE quarter credits verified in MERIT

Job description

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) seeks a Preschool Lead Teacher for Meadowbrook Community Center in Seattle, WA. The role focuses on planning, organizing, and leading developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers 3–5 enrolled in Seattle Preschool Program (SPP).

The full-time position offers planning time, mentoring to assistants, and collaboration with Seattle Parks and Recreation to deliver high-quality licensed childcare and related programs.