Kindergarten/1st grade Lead teacher positions at Afterschool Program in Seattle

Latona School Associates is looking for a Lead Teacher for the school-age childcare program located at the John Stanford International School (in Wallingford). Up to $28.5 per hour. This position is To join our team as a Lead Teacher. This position is 3/4 time and includes benefits. The staff at LSA are; • outgoing and energetic; comfortable around a large group of kids • creative and fun; willing to engage the kids • caring and compassionate; helping children learn and find solutions • responsible and capable of managing a group of kids, and supervising an Assistant/Support Teacher If that sounds like you, READ ON! Job Requirements: • Bachelors' Degree or 2 years of experience in Licensed childcare. Other combinations of education/experience will be considered • Knowledge of Social-emotional learning (SEL) strategies is a plus! • CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain • Food Handlers’ permit, or willingness to obtain • DSHS/DEL background check clearance • Willingness to obtain 30-hour STARS/MERIT certification (paid training) • Currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without restriction • Be able to speak, read and write English, lift 40 lbs., work indoors and outdoors, assume a low posture so as to be on a child's level, and move around the center/classroom engaging in physical activity with children for a period of up to 8 hours • Applicants fluent in either Spanish or Japanese are preferred Classroom Duties: Provide active supervision of children according to the expectations LSA Administrators and DCYF licensing guidelines, which includes- but is not limited to- the following: • Managing the behavior of large groups of students to ensure safety and smooth operation of the program • Being engaged with the children at all times • Tracking and developing strategies to manage individual children's behavior • Planning and implementing classroom routines and activities • prepare a safe classroom environment, which includes-but is not limited to-the following; Maintenance of the physical classroom space, including cleaning, organizing, preparing a safe place for students each day, while meeting all the pertinent DCYF licensing guidelines for school age childcare • Orchestrate successful group transitions from one place to another, from one activity to another, throughout the day • Create a weekly lesson plan, which will enables an assistant or substitute to fill-in, in the event of absence • Unwaveringly model good judgement and appropriate behavior in accordance with the LSA code of conduct • Communicate daily with the Program Manager and Executive Director about any concerns regarding child safety, child behaviors, curriculum development, classroom management, etc. • Communicate as needed with parents regarding the individual social, emotion and academic development of their child • Participate in JSIS and/or LSA meetings pertaining to the development of individual students and improvement of the program Additional Duties: • Follow record-keeping guidelines and Parent communication requirements • Maintain confidentiality • Promote goodwill and team-building • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Reports to:Assistant Director, Executive Director Supervises:Assistant Teacher(s), a whole bunch of zany kids Hours:up to 30hours per week Compensation: $26/hr - $28.5/hr Benefits:Medical and Dental, Retirement and 10 paid sick days, 14 paid holidays Latona School Associates is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.00 - $28.50 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person