GCC Teacher

Summary

Grace Children’s Center seeks educators who are lifelong learners, flexible team players, and committed to nurturing children’s social, emotional, and spiritual growth. Staff embrace reflection, strong communication, organization, and collaboration with families, while participating in the compassionate ministry of Grace Lutheran Church.

Duties

Job Description:

•  Support a classroom environment that uses a playful, project-based approach inspired by children’s interests and passions. Ensure all learning areas (literacy, math, nature, science, etc.) are well-prepared, inviting, and accessible to every child.
• Provide guidance that supports children’s social-emotional, physical, and intellectual growth, including healthy risk-taking and community-building.
• Maintain compliance with all state regulations, including completing required training and position-specific coursework.
• Practice redemptive classroom management, coaching, and discipline strategies.
• Keep classroom surfaces free of clutter and disinfected daily, including floors, cubbies, and teacher storage areas. Sweep and vacuum as needed.
• Use Brightwheel daily to record attendance, activities, meals/snacks, and shift updates.
• Attend monthly staff meetings and fully participate in all scheduled professional development days.

Requirements

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics listed below represent those necessary to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Engage in sustained physical activity throughout the day.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. (approximately the size of a small child).
• Hear and see children clearly (20/20 vision with corrective lenses is acceptable).
• Stand, walk, and interact with children at their level.
• Spend multiple hours outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Keep pace with children and fellow staff members.

Nice To Haves

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• ECE Initial Certificate or Short ECE Certificate preferred, or a documented plan in MERIT to obtain required certification(s).
• Willingness to exceed the DCYF annual training requirement of 10 hours per year.
• At least one year of experience working with children in a childcare setting preferred.
• Strong writing, speaking, and communication skills.
• WA State Child Abuse Clearance and Criminal History Background Check.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Subscription to Child Care Education Institute for ongoing professional development
• Free membership to Healthiest You telehealth services
• Low-cost supplemental life, AD&D, vision, and dental insurance (full-time only)
• A close-knit, supportive, and flexible community of lifelong learners