Lead Preschool Teacher

Acquire4Hire; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is looking for a passionate Lead Preschool Teacher to join a supportive team in a child-centered environment. This role involves planning engaging activities, monitoring children's development, and fostering strong relationships with families to support young learners.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

Free ECE Training & Certifications

Accrued Sick Leave

Paid Lunch Breaks

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year as a Lead Preschool Teacher.
• Familiarity with play-based curriculum.
• Willingness to learn Teaching Strategies GOLD.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead playful, age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Observe and document children's growth and development.
• Build strong relationships with families.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Nurturing attitude

Patient

Documenting development

Education

Washington State ECE Short Certificate or equivalent

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $23.00/hr

Summary

Are you passionate about early childhood education and love working in a play-based, child-centered environment? BELC is looking for a caring, creative, and organized Preschool Teacher to join our team!

As the Lead Preschool Teacher at BELC, you?ll work alongside supportive colleagues to create a warm, engaging environment where young children can explore, grow, and thrive. This role blends curriculum planning, relationship-building, and hands-on learning in a way that supports each child?s unique development.

Why Join BELC?

• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• A meaningful role in shaping young children?s lives
• A program that values creativity, collaboration, and community- Level 4 Early Achievers rating
  
  

Ready to join our team?

We?d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us create a joyful, engaging space where young children learn through play.

Duties

• Plan and lead playful, age-appropriate learning experiences that align with BELC?s curriculum and support each child?s developmental needs.
• Support learning through play and incorporate children?s interests into daily activities using an emergent curriculum approach.
• Observe and document children?s growth and learning using Teaching Strategies GOLD ?then use those insights to guide your planning.
• Share your lesson plans weekly or monthly to keep everyone informed and involved.
• Model positive language and interactions. Ask open-ended questions, support creative thinking, and guide problem-solving through conversation and connection.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inspiring classroom environment that sparks curiosity and supports active learning.
• Promote healthy routines like eating, resting, and hygiene, while supporting children in developing independence and self-regulation.
• Use positive guidance strategies rooted in natural and logical consequences. Supervise children at all times?indoors, outdoors, and on outings.
• Build strong relationships with families. Hold at least two conferences per year, and provide daily updates on each child?s progress and classroom experiences using the Procare app.
• Connect families with community resources as needed, and collaborate to support each child?s overall well-being.
• Stay on top of records and documentation, including medication and sunscreen authorization forms (in conjunction with the office), observation notes, and assessment portfolios.
• Highlight and share children?s work through thoughtful documentation and displays that involve and inform families.
• Manage your time well when planning, prepping materials, and keeping records.
• Continue learning and growing by staying current with trends and best practices in early childhood education.
• Maintain a clean, safe classroom?from wiping down tables and changing areas to tidying up toys (and helping kids do the same!).
  
  

Requirements

What We?re Looking For:

• Experience as a Lead Preschool teacher in a licensed early childhood program (minimum of 1 year)
• Familiarity with play-based and emergent curriculum approaches
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing, patient, and positive attitude
• Ability to observe and document children?s development
• Commitment to building strong relationships with children and families
• Knowledge of Teaching Strategies GOLD or willingness to learn
• Washington State ECE Short Certificate or equivalent
  
  

Nice To Haves

Current CPR/ First Aid/BBP card

Current Food Handler's card

Current DCYF Background check completed

Negative TB test (less than 3yrs old)

Benefits

Perks & Benefits You?ll Love:

• Health Coverage That Cares for You ? Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you feeling your best.
• Generous Paid Time Off
• ? 5 paid days off after your first 6 months
• ? 10 vacation days per year after your first year
• ? 15 vacation days per year after 5 years
• Paid Holidays ? Most major holidays off, with pay ? more time to relax and recharge!
• Paid Winter Break ? Cozy up and enjoy time off from December 24 through January 1, fully paid.
• Free ECE Training & Certifications ? Level up your skills with free early childhood education courses through Clover Park Community College.
• Accrued Sick Leave ? Earn 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, per Washington State law. Unused time rolls over (up to 40 hours) each year.
• Lunch Breaks That Work for You ? Enjoy a 1-hour lunch break each day, with 30 minutes of it paid so you have time to relax and reset.
• A Team That Truly Cares ? An administrative team that supports and values you, and work alongside incredible families who partner with us to help every child succeed.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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