Preschool Lead Teacher — Full-Time with Benefits

Associated-Recreation-Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Paid time off including 12 holidays +浮

Floating holiday

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher for Ballard Community Center in Seattle. You will design and lead a developmentally appropriate program for 3–5 year olds enrolled in the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP), guiding a classroom team and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (ECE or related) or MERIT-approved credentials with 30 ECE credits, plus DCYF preservice qualifications.

Qualifications

• Seattle Preschool Program requires a bachelor’s degree or higher, verified as “approved” in MERIT in ECE or related field.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college, verified as “approved” in MERIT, AND at least 30 approved ECE quarter credits verified through MERIT (up to 10 of these may be ECE-School Age hybrid credits).
• If educational requirements are not met, ARC offers an education plan to complete credentials within 4 years of employment.
• Certifications (required): DCYF Preservice Requirements and General Staff Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with DCYF WACs and SPP mandates.
• Lead classroom operations with a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment for ages 3–5.
• Mentor and guide assistant teachers and support staff for effective classroom management.
• Engage with families, staff, and partners to support child development and program success.
• Maintain a staff-to-child ratio of 1:10 for safety and supervision.
• Report to the Licensed Preschool Director for guidance and support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Bachelor’s degree or higher verified as “approved” in MERIT with 30 approved ECE quarter credits

Job description

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is seeking a Preschool Lead Teacher for Ballard Community Center in Seattle. You will design and lead a developmentally appropriate program for 3–5 year olds enrolled in the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP), guiding a classroom team and ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree (ECE or related) or MERIT-approved credentials with 30 ECE credits, plus DCYF preservice qualifications.