Elevated Inc. Is Hiring An Early Childhood Teacher

Join Our Compassionate Team as a Lead or Co-Teacher at Seattle Hebrew Academy’s Early Childhood Center! 🎉

Seattle Hebrew Academy’s Early Childhood Center welcomes passionate educators to inspire and nurture our young learners in a warm, inclusive environment rooted in Jewish values. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.

About Us 🧸

Our Preschool is dedicated to fostering curiosity, creativity, and social-emotional growth among children aged 1 to 5. While we embrace Jewish traditions and values, applicants are not required to be Jewish or have prior Judaic knowledge. We prioritize creating a supportive and enriching setting for every child.

Position Overview 🌟

We are seeking a Lead Teacher or Co-Teacher to join our Early Childhood team. This role involves designing engaging, play-based learning experiences, building strong relationships with children and families, and contributing to a nurturing, child-centered environment. The position follows the school calendar, including summer, winter breaks, federal, and Jewish holidays.

Responsibilities 🔍

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate, play-based curriculum supporting social-emotional, cognitive, physical, and creative development 🧠🎨
• Foster a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture aligned with Jewish values and practices ✡️
• Observe and document children's progress; use observations to guide planning and communication with families 📝
• Maintain a safe, organized, and stimulating learning environment 🚸
• Collaborate with co-teachers, assistants, and administrators to ensure consistency and support across the program 🤝
• Establish strong, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues ❤️
• Communicate regularly with families through newsletters, conferences, and informal updates 📧
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development 📚
• Ensure compliance with all licensing and safety requirements 🔒

Qualifications ✅

• Experience working in early childhood education (preschool or toddler classrooms) 🧸
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and child-centered teaching 🧠
• Commitment to anti-bias, inclusive education 🤝
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills 💬
• Reliable, flexible, and eager to grow professionally 🌱
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain (assistance provided) ❤️‍🩹
• Must pass background checks and meet WA State licensing standards 🔎
• STARS/MERIT training is a plus ✨

Compensation & Benefits 💼

• Competitive hourly pay: $21–$25/hour based on experience and qualifications 💵
• $500 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days of employment) 🎉
• Paid breaks during summer, winter, federal, and Jewish holidays 🕒
• Opportunities for afterschool and summer work, if desired 🌞
• Medical and other benefits as applicable 🩺
• A supportive, mission-driven, and team-oriented environment 🤗
• Ongoing professional development opportunities 📈

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