Teacher
About This Role
Sequim's Little Explorers Early Learning Center is hiring for a support staff member role in Sequim. Compensation is $17.50 – $20/Hr. Candidates need no formal early childhood credentials to start.
Embark on a fulfilling journey as a Full-time Lead Teacher at Sequim's Little Explorers Early Learning Center, where we empower children to grow and thrive in a nurturing environment.
Our team is seeking a dedicated educator who can foster lifelong confidence and a genuine curiosity to explore the world. With a focus on building strong partnerships with parents, we provide unwavering support for their child's growth from infancy to the preschool years.
Position: Full-time Lead Teacher
Operating Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
Location: Sequim, Wa
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
In this role, you will be responsible for creating a warm, nurturing, and safe environment that encourages children to grow and explore. Key responsibilities include maintaining professional attitudes and loyalty to the school at all times, interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities, and planning and implementing the daily program based on an emergent curriculum outline.
Additional responsibilities include
- Maintaining child-to-staff ratios and keeping children within visual and auditory range at all times.
- Establishing and maintaining good communication with parents on a daily basis and with monthly newsletters.
- Using positive discipline and treating all children with dignity and respect.
- Attending staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
- Assisting the director in explaining the program to visitors and in any other appropriate ways.
- Preparing a warm and safe environment that is orderly, clean, and appealing.
Requirements
- Cleared Portable Background Check (PBC) before we can hire you. (as of 1/1/2024) https://apps.dcyf.wa.gov/MERIT/Home/SignInRegister
- Safe Sleep for Infants Training Completed or on file before working with children in the classroom
- Mandated Reporter Training - Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse found Completed or on file before working with children in the classroom
- TB test results (within the last 12 months) Completed or on file before working with children in the classroom
- Proof of MMR on file Completed or on file before working with children in the classroom
- CPR (Infant, Child & Adult) First Aid training HIV/AIDS training/Bloodborne pathogens completed within 30 days of hire
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Have completed a high school education or the equivalent; and
- Have documented child development education or work experience; or Complete Childcare Basics training within three months of hire
- Attend college classes in the future if needed for education requirements. FULL Scholarships are available! (compensation upon education completion)
- The right person for this position will be flexible, creative, and energetic and have a passion for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
Nice to Have
We welcome applicants with:
- An Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or ECE credits
- Special interests in Reggio Emilia approach, emergent curriculum, nature, outside learning, playing in the mud, STEM, and process art
Benefits
Benefits of joining our team:
When you join our team as a Teacher you will:
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
No credentials required for this role.
What does this position pay?
This Teacher role pays $17.50 to $20/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Full Time.
Where is Sequim's Little Explorers Early Learning Center located?
Sequim's Little Explorers Early Learning Center is located at 191 West Sequim Bay Road, Sequim, WA