Lead Preschool Teacher — STEM‑Driven Early Learning

Birch Tree Academy; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with company match

Medical and dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee childcare discount

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Chef-prepared meals and staff events

Beautiful, modern learning environment

Job summary

Birch Tree Academy – Bothell is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to guide daily classroom activities and partner with an assistant teacher to foster a safe, engaging learning space for young children.

You will lead lessons, support social, emotional, and academic development, and communicate with families about progress in a warm, nurturing environment. A strong commitment to early childhood education and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of childcare experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet Washington State licensing requirements for education and experience.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to nurture and care for young children in a safe, engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging daily lessons and activities aligned with curriculum goals.
• Foster a safe, healthy, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional, and academic development.
• Promote multicultural learning and positive classroom behaviors.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Supervise classroom activities, projects, and field trips.
• Partner with teaching staff to create a positive learning experience for every child.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Birch Tree Academy – Bothell is seeking a Lead Preschool Teacher to guide daily classroom activities and partner with an assistant teacher to foster a safe, engaging learning space for young children.

You will lead lessons, support social, emotional, and academic development, and communicate with families about progress in a warm, nurturing environment. A strong commitment to early childhood education and teamwork is essential.