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University Temple Children's School

About University Temple Children&rsquo;s School (UTCS)UTCS is a Reggio-inspired, play-based preschool in Seattle&rsquo;s U District. We are a small but growing nonprofit school known for our low ratios, deep respect for children&rsquo;s autonomy, and a joyful, inclusive community of educators and families. Having recently reopened after construction, we are excited to welcome more thoughtful, confident educators to our team as we grow our enrollment. Specifically, this posting is for an experienced teacher to join our 2 year old class.Who We&rsquo;re Looking ForYou might be a great fit if you:<ul><li>Thrive with autonomy and take initiative in your teaching</li><li>Are confident supporting risky play and social-emotional learning</li><li>See planning and documentation as vital to your teaching, not an extra burden</li><li>Are reflective and open to feedback</li><li>Ask for help when you need it, and offer it in return</li><li>Love the challenge of creating a fantastic curriculum and are not satisfied with pre-made/boxed lesson plans</li><li>Believe in the power of constructivist, relationship-based teaching</li></ul>What we love about this school:<ul><li>Co-Lead Teaching Model: Collaborate with another lead teacher. We share classroom responsibilities, ideas, and decisions so everyone&rsquo;s strengths can shine.</li><li>Autonomy and Real Support: Our teachers have ownership and creative control over their classrooms and are backed by:</li><li>Weekly paid planning time (We aim for 3-4 hours of planning per week for each teaching team)</li><li>Full-time mentor teacher for real-time coaching</li><li>Coverage for teaching team meetings</li><li>Full time support (float) teachers so coverage for lunches is ensured and the children have consistent, familiar faces around</li><li>Quarterly in-service days with PD workshops</li><li>A yearly budget for self-directed professional development</li><li>Beyond-market-rate benefits, surpassing typical compensation, are provided to offset the pay scale.</li><li>Strong Philosophy, Real Materials: We&rsquo;re Reggio-inspired, with play as the foundation for all learning, and children and their teachers as partners in experiencing the world. You&rsquo;ll have a beautiful classroom environment to bring emergent curriculum to life, supported by ongoing training and our growing material library, which we're expanding through grants.</li><li>Low Ratios That Make a Big Impact: Meaningful relationships with children are possible here because you&rsquo;re not stretched too thin to notice the magic moments.</li><li>Outdoor Component: Risky play and rain-or-shine exploration are integral parts of our program and amazing opportunities for learning and community connections.</li><li>Real Support from Admin: Admin has teaching experience, listens to staff feedback, and partners with teachers to support their classes. Balancing collaboration with teachers, including stepping into classrooms as needed while still allowing classrooms to run independently</li><li>Community-Centered: Our school isn&rsquo;t just a place, it's a network of educators, children, and families who know and support each other.</li><li>Commitment to Anti-Bias and Inclusive Practices: We actively challenge bias and promote inclusivity, ensuring all children, families, and staff feel seen and supported through ongoing anti-bias training, a dedicated budget, and strong partnerships with anti-bias leaders in the early childhood field and occupational therapy services to enhance our classroom practices and support the diverse needs of our community.</li></ul>Our Teaching PhilosophyOur program is rooted in a play-based approach that respects children as capable and curious young people who deserve loving environments that will help them thrive. As Reggio-influenced educators we know that learning is most powerful when it's relevant, relationship-based, and joyful. Teachers facilitate open-ended exploration and social-emotional growth by:<ul><li>Designing emergent curriculum based on children&rsquo;s interests</li><li>Emphasis on place-based curriculum</li><li>Supporting self-regulation and emotional expression</li><li>Embracing risky play and outdoor learning in all of the weather Seattle has to offer</li><li>Engaging in anti-bias education and inclusion work as a team and individually</li></ul>This role is both challenging and rewarding. We&rsquo;ll support you with the tools and time to thrive while expecting professionalism, strong communication, and a passion for early learning.Requirements<ul><li>ECE certificate</li><li>Preferred Associates or Bachelors in ECE or related field</li><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in early childhood education</li><li>We value diverse educational backgrounds. If you believe you're a good fit but don't meet a specific requirement, please apply and share your experience.</li><li>Portable Background Check</li><li>MMR and COVID-19 vaccinations</li><li>CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, TB Test</li><li>Food Handler&rsquo;s PermitSchedule</li><li>Full-time: Monday-Friday with shifts between 8:00am-5:45pm</li><li>Maintain work/life balance with no nights, no weekends</li></ul>BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:<ul><li>Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance</li><li>401(k) + Matching</li><li>2 weeks Paid Sick Leave</li><li>2 weeks Personal Time Off</li><li>~15 Paid Holidays per year</li><li>ORCA Transit Pass (unlimited rides) or discounted parking pass</li><li>Professional Development Stipend</li><li>Discounted tuition for your own children</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In personPay: $23.16 - $25.89 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Co-Lead Preschool Teacher

My World Mandarin Nature School

My World Mandarin Nature School 小世界中文户外学校 100% Nature-Based Mandarin ImmersionWe are building something rare: a joyful, calm, outdoor Mandarin immersion school where teachers are fully supported so they can focus on teaching.If you love children, nature, and meaningful work, we would love to meet you.No ECE Degree? No Problem. At My World, we value your native Mandarin fluency, your passion for nature, and your professional initiative above all else. We provide a clear, fully-supported path to meeting state licensing requirements:<ul><li>Immediate Start: Begin working while you complete your initial 30-hour training (reimbursed by us).</li><li>Five-Year Grace Period: You have five years to earn your initial certificate&mdash;and we provide the resources to help you get there.</li><li>Professional Mentorship: Learn from our Lead Supervisors, Anny and Yan, as you build your career in Early Childhood Education.</li></ul>We are seeking an experienced Mandarin-speaking Lead Teacher to bring our beautifully designed nature-based curriculum to life.This role is ideal for someone who loves teaching, but does not want to build curriculum from scratch.What You&rsquo;ll Do<ul><li>Follow our 12-month curriculum roadmap (themes, goals, and activities provided)</li><li>Lead daily flow: circle time, outdoor exploration, projects, meals, and rest</li><li>Maintain 100% Mandarin immersion during instructional time</li><li>Guide children through emotions, conflict, and social growth</li><li>Spend significant time outdoors in all seasons</li></ul>Who You Are<ul><li>Confident managing a classroom of 3&ndash;5 year-olds</li><li>Comfortable with structure, routines, and written curriculum</li><li>Warm, grounded, and calm under pressure</li><li>Familiar with Montessori, Waldorf, or nature-based education</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Open to obtaining WA State DCYF Lead Teacher qualification (ECE Initial Cert) within 5 years of hiring.</li><li>Native-level Mandarin (speaking, reading, writing)</li><li>2+ years leading a preschool classroom and potentially supervisor experience</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>$25&ndash;$35/hr (DOE)</li><li>Overtime at 1.5&times;</li><li>Generous Retirement plan</li><li>Education stipend</li><li>Employee tuition discount</li></ul>Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hourExpected hours: 25.0 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Seattle, WA 98115 (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Seattle, WA 98115 (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Mandarin Nature Preschool – Lead Teacher (part or full-time)

Bright Horizons Family Solutions

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Grow your teaching career with Bright Horizons in the downtown Seattle where you can make a meaningful impact on children&rsquo;s lives every day. Learn from early education experts while having the opportunity to pursue a CDA or college degree at no cost. Experience this and more as a Bright Horizons Teacher.</h2>
Join the team and ignite young minds while growing your career in a supportive, inspiring, and fun-filled environment! Full-time positions are available working with Infants, Toddlers, Two's and Preschool from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday - Friday at the following locations:<ul><li>
Bright Horizons Denny Triangle</li><li>
Bright Horizons at South Lake Union</li><li>
Bright Horizons at Ballard</li><li>
Bright Horizons at Mermaid's Lagoon</li><li>
Bright Horizons at West 8th</li><li>
Bright Horizons at UWCC Harborview</li><li>
Bright Horizons at Lower Queen Anne</li><li>
Bright Horizons at Seneca</li></ul>
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Create hands-on activities to meet the needs and interests of the children</li><li>
Maintain open communication with parents, sharing their child's daily milestones</li><li>
Ensure a safe and clean classroom by following essential procedures and guidelines</li></ul>
Qualifications:
Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
<ul><li>18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED is required</li><li>
6 months of professional experience teaching in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required</li><li>
CDA, Associate, or bachelor&rsquo;s degree in early education or related field is preferred</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP) for children is required</li></ul>
Join us to create a safe, nurturing environment that supports children&rsquo;s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging curriculum that shapes future learners and leaders. Discover where your passion and a career at Bright Horizons can lead you &ndash; all in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today and explore the possibilities!
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons&rsquo;, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. If hired, you will work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery and services per Bright Horizons&rsquo; policies, procedures and guidance, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations, and in a manner that will ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care and the employee.
The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions. Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is between $24.75 - $30.20 per hour. The pay range listed here is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Benefits:
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:<ul><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>
401(k) retirement plan</li><li>
Life insurance</li><li>
Long-term and short-term disability insurance</li><li>
Career development opportunities and free college degrees through our Horizons CDA &amp; Degree Program</li></ul>
Also, depending on hire date and subject to applicable eligibility requirements and accrual schedules, new employees in this role receive up to: 9 paid holidays annually; 69.33 hours of sick time per year based on full- time schedule, and 64 hours of vacation time per year based on full time schedule.
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Compensation: $24.75 - $30.20 / hr
Life at Bright Horizons:
At Bright Horizons, you&rsquo;re more than your job title &mdash; you&rsquo;re the difference. Whether you&rsquo;re nurturing a child&rsquo;s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We&rsquo;re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve. Join us and help build a brighter future &mdash; for yourself and for others.
Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation in completing these application materials or any aspect of the application and hiring process, please contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.</div>

Child Care Teachers - All Seattle

University Of Washington

<div>Job Description
The College of Education Teacher Education Programs (TEP) consists of five pathways to teacher certification: Elementary Teacher Education, Seattle Teacher Residency, Secondary Teacher Education, Special Education Teacher Education, and the University Accelerated Certification for Teachers. Reporting to the Assistant Dean of TEP, the Program Manager will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of TEP and is a collaborative leadership role that serves as a key member of the TEP team.
This position works in key partnership with the Assistant Dean, TEP Pathway Directors, the Office of Student and Academic Services (OSAS), and other college faculty, staff, and students. This position requires a high level of organizational ability and strong customer service skills and will facilitate communication and coordination across all TEP teams and programs. The person in this position must work independently and be highly skilled at interfacing with staff, faculty, and students. The ability to problem-solve, initiate, and implement process-improvements, and to thrive in an environment with many moving parts are strong attributes for this position. 
The Program Manager must create a welcoming office environment that is open to all. This position requires an individual who is especially adept at listening and developing relationships with students, staff, and faculty, while centering students in all aspects of the inner workings of TEP.
This role is primarily in person at the Seattle campus, with some flexibility for remote work depending on operational needs. Availability outside of regular business hours may be necessary to attend scheduled events and meetings.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Programs Manager has leading responsibility for day-to-day TEP operations and related functions including, but not limited to the following:
<ul><li>Oversee and continuously improve daily operations of the Teacher Education Programs. The position will also design, strengthen and implement customer service protocols and information dissemination for program faculty and students, ensuring adequate resources are available and excellent customer service and operational continuity are provided across all TEP programs.
</li><li>Develop and implement internal policies and procedures (in compliance with University and College rules and regulations and other college units (OSAS)) and provide administrative oversight at a level necessary to ensure the successful day-to-day operation of TEP. Create and implement a communication protocol to share via multiple modalities.
</li><li>Lead project management support to the Assistant Dean and Pathway Directors&rsquo; work with external partnerships and the state certification and accreditation processes. Design and implement systems to support data management and compliance; organize and maintain complex information and materials; oversee meeting scheduling and logistics with internal and external partners; collaborate with relevant OSAS and IR staff to ensure accurate and timely annual reporting to the State standards board; and oversee the archiving of materials for ease of retrievement.
</li><li>In collaboration with the Assistant Dean, Pathway Directors, and relevant OSAS staff, provide leadership and advanced operations support across the student lifecycle, including the annual admissions process; student scholarship disbursement process; course registration of student cohorts to ensure alignment with program curriculum and the requirements of the Graduate School; and monitoring of student progress toward degree and certification completion while ensuring alignment with state requirements.
</li><li>In collaboration with the TEP Recruitment and Retention Specialist and relevant OSAS staff, ensure that the needs of students are considered in recruitment practices, marketing, admissions procedures, advising processes, etc.
</li><li>Serve as primary operational lead for all TEP faculty and instructors, providing direction and support for all aspects of curriculum management, including the investigation and resolution of questions, concerns, or conflicts; management of instructor support materials; and ensuring access to university systems. Collaborate with faculty and instructors in developing a system of communication to identify, track, and support students of concern. Elevate issues and recommend the best course of action to the Assistant Dean as necessary.
</li><li>In collaboration with the Associate Director of Academic Planning and Curriculum Management, ensure accurate course scheduling and anticipate planning needs, including communicating with faculty to verify course details, meeting times, etc. and ensure the accuracy of course listings in the Time Schedule.
</li><li>In collaboration with the Assistant Dean, oversee and manage all TEP hiring processes each quarter, to include graduate student instructors, adjunct faculty, teaching assistants, and reader/graders. Post open positions, coordinate interviews, communicate hiring decisions to applicants, and facilitate hiring requests with college HR and Payroll staff.
</li><li>Develop and deliver a strategic series of regularly scheduled communications to faculty and instructors regarding university processes for instruction, including textbooks, teaching materials, course evaluations, and posting grades, to ensure consistent, timely and accurate instructional support. Collaborate with instructional support staff responsible for general administrative tasks as needed.
</li><li>Lead communications and scheduling for TEP program meetings and events, including facilitating meetings on behalf of the Assistant Dean as requested.
</li><li>Oversee event coordination and ensure there is adequate administrative support for program-specific events. Collaborate with the OSAS and AST teams to support large events such as new student orientation and graduation.
</li><li>Support the Assistant Dean in the management of TEP budgets and expenditures.
</li><li>Lead special projects by independently evaluating options and recommending best-course-of-action to leadership, while ensuring alignment with TEP goals.
</li><li>Other duties as assigned. 
 
</li></ul>Minimum Requirements
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Education, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field, to include 2 years of progressively responsible experience in program or administrative management and operations support for a complex organization
</li></ul>Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as license/certification/registration.
Additional Requirements
<ul><li>Project management experience and demonstrated expertise with handling high volumes of complex information for multiple stakeholders, event planning and organization, and managing meeting logistics
</li><li>Demonstrated competence in operations and process improvement approaches and methodologies
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to use relational databases, web-based technologies, and an ability to integrate these technologies into educational and student-support environments
</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be responsive to tight deadlines, prioritize responsibilities and projects in a quickly changing context and high-volume customer service environment
</li><li>Experience partnering across multiple teams
</li><li>Ability to work independently and consistently apply sound professional judgment and demonstrate critical thinking to address complex issues and solve problems within delegated authority.
</li><li>Demonstrated professionalism in handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
</li><li>Current experience and proficiency using Microsoft Office suite programs (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, etc.); and Google Workspace
</li><li>Experience evaluating and creating new and existing policies and procedures including successful roll-out and adoption by stakeholders
</li><li>Effective and strong organizing, planning, verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
</li><li>Experience with conflict resolution, managing difficult conversations, and effective communication with people from diverse backgrounds.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills to interact with diverse stakeholders with tact, diplomacy, discretion, and sensitivity to support and respond to students, faculty, prospective students, and the general public. 
 
</li></ul>Desired Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience in a university or academic department, with increasing levels of responsibility providing academic program support
</li><li>Understanding of issues and structures of K-12 schools and education in general; roles of teachers, teacher leaders, support personnel and administrators; rationale behind program requirements; and strong interest in education
</li><li>Familiarity with UW Resources such as SLATE or other CRM
</li></ul>Cover Letter Requirement:
<ul><li>An introduction
</li><li>State the specific position for which they are applying
</li><li>A summary of how your qualifications, skills, and experiences align with the key responsibilities and requirements of the position 
</li></ul>Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$65,004.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$75,000.00 annual
Other Compensation:
<ul><li></li></ul>Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not Applicable
About the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives &ndash; on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .</div>

TEP Program Manager

Seattle Public Schools

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Overview of Position</h2></div>
<div>Under general direction of the principal, plans, organizes and administers the library media center program in assigned school; serves as consultant, teacher and resource specialist to students and school staff regarding the development and utilization of library media center resources and services to enhance and support the school's curriculum and learning environment.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Essential Functions</h2></div>
<div><ul><li>Develops and implements goals and objectives for assigned school library media center program in accordance with District policies and in cooperation with the Principal and the Library Curriculum Consultant.</li><li>
Integrates library media center program resources and services into the school instructional program; serves on committees as required; participates in the total instructional development within the school; may provide assistance in scheduling classes, teachers and students; assists in designing and implementing staff orientation and training programs.</li><li>
Maintains liaison between the school and Media Services Department staff; attends District Librarians' meetings; establishes contact with other libraries and resources as appropriate to meet student and staff media needs; communicates activities of the library and its goals to the school and community; prepares library media center reports as requested.</li><li>
Surveys and analyzes school material and service needs and ensures evaluation, selection, acquisition, and processing of materials in accordance with District procedures to meet those needs and to develop a relevant and balanced materials collection; consults with Principal to develop library media center budget; expends funds in conformance with District procedures.</li><li>
Manages circulation of library media center materials and equipment; ensures the climate in the library media center is conducive to a variety of learning experiences; schedules classes into the library media center; initiates or assists as requested in reading and research projects.</li><li>
Instructs students and staff, individually and in groups, in the use of materials, equipment, production techniques, and library media center services.</li><li>
Ensures the maintenance and inventory of the school's audio-visual equipment and facilitates the distribution of District audio-visual materials; may introduce and coordinate the use of new technologies as appropriate.</li><li>
Trains and provides lead direction to clerical, paraprofessional or professional library media center staff as assigned.</li><li>
Performs related duties as assigned.</li></ul> 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 
Knowledge of: 
Elementary school curriculum. 
 
Ability to: 
Communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and the public in a multicultural community; develop and monitor library budget; train and provide lead direction to staff. 
 
Desired: 
Participation in a professional organization; teaching experience with students of various ability levels and backgrounds; participation in District-wide curriculum and other committees.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Typical Qualifications</h2></div>
<div>EDUCATION: 
Bachelor's Degree in Education with a Learning Resources endorsement or Library Media endorsement. 
 
SUBSTITUTION: 
Specialization in school librarianship resources or educational media and two years of teaching experience may substitute for the learning resources endorsement. 
 
CERTIFICATE: 
Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Learning 
Resources endorsement or Library Media endorsement.</div></div></div>

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