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Lead Preschool Teacher for 2026-2027 Academic Year (Full-Time or Part-Time)Sunbeams Lutheran School is searching for a Lead Teacher in our Project-Based Learning, play-based, preschool environment of young learners. The teacher should be enthusiastic, energetic and ready to share their faith while inspiring God&rsquo;s beloved children to become life-long learners. Teacher must hold or continue working towards a minimum of an Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education. If interested in learning more about this position, contact us at office@sunbeamslutheranschool.com, or call 253-854-3240 for more information.Start date for this position is August 14, 2026.Essential Responsibilities:<ul><li>Establishes a positive, encouraging, supportive, cooperative and caring Christian environment. Maintains an environment in which learning takes place and each child is encouraged and affirmed.</li><li>Provides daily contact with God through Bible stories, planting and nurturing the seeds of faith and knowledge of Jesus and His love for them.</li><li>Reviews Washington standards through GLEs and EALRs and sets written grade level goals for the children in their classroom.</li><li>Agrees to be trained in and adheres to our chosen curriculum approach</li><li>Implements goals effectively throughout the school year by providing daily experiences that are age and developmentally appropriate.</li><li>Sets the classroom schedule through a yearly plan, weekly lesson plans and a daily schedule of learning events, with approval of the School Administrator.</li><li>Develops the whole child by integrating all subjects of the curriculum: language arts, math and number concepts, social studies, science, art, music, computer skills, and motor skills.</li><li>Uses a variety of teaching techniques and styles, providing activities that promote visual, auditory and kinesthetic experiences&mdash;using a multi-sensory approach.</li><li>Creates an atmosphere that encourages self-control, good listening, and positive social interaction with peers and adults.</li><li>Maintains positive and consistent classroom discipline.</li><li>Keeps accurate records of student attendance and progress.</li><li>Prepares and leads parent conferences in a positive and helpful manner for each student. Parents of preschool and prekindergarten students will be offered 2 formal conferences per school year.</li><li>Informal parent conferences will be offered as needed.</li><li>A portfolio of learning accomplishments will be kept for each student, including work samples, writing samples, photographs of learning activities, formal and informal assessment reports, and anecdotal records.</li><li>Helps to maintain a safe, positive, and healthy school environment in their classroom, in the school building as a whole and on the school playground.</li><li>Assists the School Administrator in developing and implementing short-term and long-range goals for their classroom and the school as a whole.</li><li>Attends staff devotions and staff meetings.</li><li>Gives direction and leadership to classroom instructional aides and volunteers</li><li>Arranges for and always provides for the proper supervision of children, in the building and on the playground.</li><li>Writes weekly lessons plans with copies given to the School Administrator and to the student&rsquo;s parents prior to the beginning of each week.</li><li>Welcomes each family with friendliness and a smile&mdash;being an ambassador of Christ&rsquo;s love to each family.</li><li>Is always ready to be a witness of their faith to children and their families.</li></ul>Personal Qualities:<ul><li>Is closely connected to their Lord and Savior through prayer, Bible study, and regular church attendance.</li><li>Is a member of a Christian congregation.</li><li>Evidences a lifestyle that reflects a dynamic relationship with Christ.</li><li>Demonstrates a Christ-like love for children and their families.</li><li>Is open-minded, patient, and cheerful in their approach to teaching and working with other staff members.</li><li>Is sensitive to the needs and feelings of others, showing Christian concern and respect for all.</li><li>Is honest, dependable, punctual, self-disciplined, self-motivated, creative, caring and enthusiastic.</li><li>Is warm, tactful, courteous, and an effective listener.</li><li>Works in a positive manner, under the direction of the School Administrator and School Board.</li><li>Interacts in a positive and professional manner with students, school and church staff, and parents.</li><li>Connects with fellow workers in a team relationship, showing loyalty, harmony, and cooperation with a common purpose in the mission and ministry for Christ and His Kingdom.</li></ul>Education and Experience:<ul><li>Preschool teacher must have or continue working towards a minimum of an Associate&rsquo;s Degree in Early Childhood Education.</li><li>Must be willing to continue to advance professionally through district teacher&rsquo;s conferences, workshops, and/or continuing education classes.</li><li>Certified teachers must be willing to take classes to meet state requirements for continued certification</li><li>Salary is commensurate with education and years of experience.</li><li>Base salary for a full-time position with an Associate's degree begins at $40,950; a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree begins at $45,500. Part-time salary would be proportionate to hours worked and level of education obtained.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, ContractPay: From $45,500.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Lead Preschool Teacher in Christian-Based Education (Full-Time or Part-Time)

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Lead Preschool Teacher in Christian-Based Education (Full-Time or Part-Time)