Lead Teacher

Skagitclubs; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 57,859,000 - 68,398,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Paid closure days

Days of Importance

401(k)

Job summary

Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County's West View location is hiring a Lead Teacher. The role is full-time, with 36–40 hours per week, and pay between $22.50 and $23.87 per hour, DOE/DOQ.

You will lead a nurturing classroom, plan learning experiences, and partner with families while guiding an Assistant Teacher. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and meet DCYF eligibility; an ECE certification or progress toward one is required, with several

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and meet DCYF eligibility requirements.
• Hold an Early Childhood Education certification or be in the process of obtaining one.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead classroom developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Observe and support each child's progress and development.
• Build meaningful relationships with families and work with an Assistant Teacher.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to the classroom team.

Skills

Patience

Strong communication

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Early Childhood Education certification or in progress

Job description

Lead Teacher

West View | Boys & Girls Clubs of Skagit County

Full-Time, 36–40 hours/week | $22.50–$23.87 DOE/DOQ

Some of the most important learning happens in small moments: a child trying something new, finding the words for a big feeling, or lighting up because someone believed they could do it.

We're looking for a Lead Teacher at West View who brings warmth into the classroom and is excited to inspire curiosity, confidence, and growth in young children. This is a role for someone who understands that early learning is about more than lesson plans-it's about creating a place where children feel safe, known, encouraged, and excited to discover what comes next.

As Lead Teacher, you'll shape a nurturing and inclusive classroom, plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences, observe and support each child's progress, and build meaningful relationships with families. You'll also work alongside an Assistant Teacher, providing the day-to-day guidance and coaching that helps your classroom team grow together.

We hope you're someone who leads with patience and positivity, communicates well, and can balance the joy and energy of a classroom with the organization and responsibility that come with leading one. You'll need to be at least 21, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and meet DCYF eligibility requirements, including holding an Early Childhood Education certification or being in the process of obtaining one. Several required trainings and certifications can be provided after hire if needed.

This is a full-time position with medical, vision, dental, LTD and life insurance; sick and vacation accrual; 10 paid operational closure days; 2 self-selected Days of Importance; and access to a 401(k).

If you're the kind of person who can make a classroom feel welcoming while helping young minds stretch, explore, and grow, we'd love to hear from you.