Lilac City Early Learning Center is excited to expand our team! We are seeking a dependable, caring, and passionate Preschool Classroom Co-Lead Teacher to work with our 3-5-year-old preschool group. Candidates with preschool experience are preferred. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care and education.

Why Join Us?

We offer:

✔️ Above-average wages

✔️ Flexible paid time off

✔️ Full benefits package medical, dental, vision, retirement (matching up to 5%), life insurance & more!

✔️ Free professional training (STARS, Early Achievers, etc.)

✔️ Paid training hours & professional development

✔️ Educational scholarships & grants

Key Responsibilities:

Arrive on time and prepared for the full scheduled shift.
Help facilitate and participate in engaging, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with curriculum objectives, ECEAP standards, and best practices.
Support the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development of each child.
Assist in quarterly child assessments using program-approved developmental screeners.
Participate in Parent-Teacher conferences and maintain open communication with families.
Ensure a safe, healthy, and positive learning environment.
Help arrange and maintain the classroom environment according to program goals.
Monitor classroom materials, report damaged or lost items, and ensure timely replacements.
Maintain accurate child records, including attendance, medication logs, and incident reports.
Stay in compliance with all licensing regulations, ECEAP standards, and program policies.
Wear child-friendly clothing suitable for an active classroom setting.
Maintain and update professional records online via MERIT.

Required Qualifications (or Willingness to Obtain Upon Hire):

Negative TB Test (within the past 12 months)
Proof of MMR Vaccination or approved exemption
Physical Exam
Bloodborne Pathogens Training
WA State Food Handler’s Certificate
Infant/Child CPR & First Aid Certification
DCYF Background Check
DCYF Mandatory Trainings
30-Hour Child Care Basics (STARS) Training (within 90 days of hire)

Join Our Mission!

At Lilac City Early Learning Center, we are committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and enriching environment for young learners. If you are passionate about early childhood education, professional growth, and making a lasting impact on children’s lives, we encourage you to apply!

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