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Lead Preschool Teacher
Gani Preschool of the Arts - Issaquah, WA - Part Time to Full Time
Lead Preschool Teacher (30-40h a week)
Gani Preschool of the Arts is a Jewish preschool seeking an experienced, patient, and compassionate Lead teacher to work with children ages 3-5. A Gani teacher is attuned to the needs of the children and can adapt to the unique learning styles of individual students.
Start Date: August 2026 or sooner
Responsibilities:
State Certified Early Childhood Educator (CDA or ECE) or willing to obtain
Preferred Qualifications
We are a small program with a Home Center/Family feel. Our staff is supported, valued, and respected. Our staff have the freedom to shine in what they are best at, bringing their special gifts and talents into the classroom.
Benefits:
Gani Preschool of the Arts is a Jewish preschool seeking an experienced, patient, and compassionate Lead teacher to work with children ages 3-5. A Gani teacher is attuned to the needs of the children and can adapt to the unique learning styles of individual students.
Start Date: August 2026 or sooner
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for creating, adapting, and delivering curriculum.
- Planning Lesson
- Lead developmentally appropriate activities that encourage healthy physical, social, emotional, and academic development for students.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for students.
- Communicate with colleagues and parents in a timely and professional manner.
- Create positive and supportive relationships with the co-teacher and other team members
State Certified Early Childhood Educator (CDA or ECE) or willing to obtain
- 3+ years’ experience working in a classroom setting (any age)
- Warm and loving personality.
- Demonstrates Consistence and good work ethic.
- Has experience with Jewish customs and values
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual in Hebrew a plus
We are a small program with a Home Center/Family feel. Our staff is supported, valued, and respected. Our staff have the freedom to shine in what they are best at, bringing their special gifts and talents into the classroom.
Benefits:
- $25-$35 an hour
- Paid time off during Jewish and American Holidays
- 10 paid days off (September - June)
- Up to 3% retirement match.
