Job Description

VICTORY HEIGHTS TODDLER TEACHER POSITION, THURSDAYS 11:00AM-1:00 PM

This individual will lead toddlers, ages 1-2 years, and their caregivers throughout each class day during the academic year.

The Victory Heights Cooperative Class Panel (made up of current parents and caregivers), along with the Teacher and Parent Educator strive to create and support a safe, warm classroom environment in which both children and adults can learn and guide toddler aged children. The role of the Teacher is to create a creative classroom environment for the child, while modeling how adults can build relationships with their own child and others.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Teach up to 18 toddler aged children and their caregivers every Thursday 11am-1 pm by leading them with songs, books, and activities suited to their appropriate interests and age.

● Set up and clean up for each weekly class.

● Attend monthly evening Parent Education Meetings.

● Serve as an advisory member on the All School Board. Attend All-School Board meetings, approximately 5-6 times per year.

● Foster and maintain a cooperative relationship between other toddler co-op Teachers, Parent Educators, and caregivers.

● Participate as an advisor on the Toddler class panel and attend 4 evening ASB meetings a year.

● Attend a monthly optional Teacher in service meetings organized by the Parent Educators

● Plan, buy, and coordinate with other Teachers to purchase curriculum/classroom supplies.

● Work with Parent Educator to plan weekly class curriculum for the children as well as topics for parent education sessions.

● Work with Class Panel to recruit families for the next academic year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, with the co-op experience preferred.

● Knowledge of child development theory and practice, with the ability to develop age appropriate curriculum and activities for children that encourage healthy growth through play-based learning.

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills with both children and adults.

● Enthusiasm for and commitment to the collaborative nature of a cooperative preschool.

● Ability and comfort in frequently moving between different physical classroom stations (kitchen, play areas, circle time, etc.) and positioning self to interact with children in these areas (on play equipment, on the floor, etc.).

● Ability and comfort in occasionally carrying and/or comforting toddler aged children.

● First Aid and CPR certified, or ability to get certification if hired.

BENEFITS:

● Competitive salary, $5,850-$6,150 for 9 months, dependent on education and experience.

● Professional autonomy

● Paid sick days and holidays

● Opportunities for professional development via classes/seminars paid for by the Cooperative Preschool

● Follow the Seattle Public School calendar for holidays

● Opportunity to work with and get support from consulting Parent Educator from North Seattle College

● Sunny, cheerful, and ample classroom space at an amazing location at the newly renovated Victory Heights Park

● Very supportive and enthusiastic All School Board

TO APPLY:

Please email the following to the Hiring Committee at vhcpseattle@gmail.com, subject line “Toddler Application”.

● A cover letter and resume*

● Three professional/applicable references*

● A sample lesson plan for children ages 1 to 2 years old in a 2-hour class

*If applying for both the Toddler and Pre-3s positions, you only need to send these documents once, but do send separate Toddler & Pre-3 lesson plans

Company Description

Victory Heights Cooperative, in affiliation with North Seattle College, offers an affordable play-based preschool experience while also providing early childhood education to parents.