Job Description

THE DEBBIE LERAAS CHILDREN’S CENTER

FULL TIME TODDLER TEACHER

$19+ AN HOUR DOE

MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION BENEFITS, PAID PTO, AND 403B EMPLOYER CONTRIBUTION

ASK US ABOUT OUR $500 SIGN ON BONUS!!

The Debbie Leraas Children’s Center (DLCC) of the Edmonds United Methodist Church (EUMC) offers a fully licensed Christian Preschool & Pre-K with full and half day options as well as before and after school care for children in kindergarten through grade 6 during the school year. In addition, we provide Preschool and Youth Summer Camp Programs during the summer. Since 1980, Children’s Center has offered a vibrant learning community dedicated to providing a nurturing, secure environment with enriching and developmentally appropriate experiences for the diverse population we serve. It is a place where each child's uniqueness is celebrated, with unconditional love and support, with strong emphasis placed on relationship-building, individual learning, child-centered curriculum, nature immersion, family engagement, play-based sensorial learning, and social and emotional development.

POSITION SUMMARY. The FULL-TIME TODDLER TEACHER

requires a warm, relational disposition; comprehensive knowledge and understanding of developmental stages of children and best practices in Early Childhood Education. The position of FULL-TIME TODDLER TEACHER is available now.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

This posting is for a fulltime Lead Teacher in a toddler classroom.

• PLANNING. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate enriching activities based on children’s needs and interests using provided materials. Build positive relationships with families and other staff.

• COLLABORATION. Collaborate with Children’s Center team members to ensure the success of participants.

• PREPARATION. Prepare materials and maintain an organized classroom setting.

• STAFF MEETINGS. Attend all staff meetings.

• EDUCATION. Be committed to being a lifelong learning by continuing to attend professional development opportunities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meet or approach qualifications for a toddler lead classroom teacher

• Experience in Early Childhood Education is preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong customer service mindset

• CDA or AA Degree will be a plus!

• Covid-19 vaccination required

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Valid Washington State Driver’s license or Washington State ID Required

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Create a child-centered environment. Welcome, honor, and value children as the unique individuals they are. Thrive in the presence of their joy and moments of learning.
• Committed to inclusivity. Actively seek resources that celebrate and support our diverse families and neighbors. Embrace and foster an inclusive culture in our school.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a resume to Natalie DeLeon at natalied@edmondsumc.org for priority review. Position will remain open until filled.

EMPLOYMENT CONTINGENCIES: APPOINTMENT TO THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON OBTAINING SATISFACTORY RESULTS FROM A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.

EDMONDS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IS AN EMPLOYER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE STATE OF WASHINGTON, TO REQUIRE ALL STAFF BE VACCINATED WITH THE COVID-19 VACCINATION. COMPLIANCE WITH THIS REQUIREMENT IS MANDATORY FOR EMPLOYMENT.

This congregation is committed to being a radically loving and welcoming community of faith, centered in the good news of Jesus Christ, which is for all people. Therefore, in faithfulness to the gospel and our United Methodist heritage, and to the best of our ability, we promise to provide programs, ministries, and pastoral care to all who seek God in this place. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Company Description

This congregation is committed to being a radically loving, welcoming, anti-racist community of faith, centered in the good news of Jesus Christ, which is for all people. Therefore, in faithfulness to the gospel and our United Methodist heritage, and to the best of our ability, we promise to provide programs, ministries, and pastoral care to all who seek God in this place. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.