At Sonflower Early Learning, we believe children are the greatest investment for the greatest future. We are a Christian early learning program dedicated to providing exceptional care and education while nurturing children's faith, character, confidence, and lifelong love of learning.

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, energetic educators who love Jesus, love children, and are passionate about early childhood education. If you desire to make a lasting difference in the lives of young children while working in a supportive, Christ-centered environment, we would love to meet you.

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Position Summary

The Toddler/Preschool Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality care and education in accordance with Washington State licensing regulations and Sonflower Early Learning's philosophy. Teachers create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom where children grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.

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Responsibilities

• Provide loving, responsive, and attentive care throughout the day.

• Create a warm, safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment.

• Plan and implement age-appropriate curriculum and learning experiences.

• Support children's cognitive, language, literacy, math, science, creative, physical, social-emotional, and spiritual development.

• Teach Bible stories, worship songs, prayer, and Christian values in age-appropriate ways.

• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and coworkers.

• Maintain active supervision to ensure children's health and safety at all times.

• Observe children's development and communicate appropriately with families.

• Follow daily classroom routines including meals, diapering/toileting, rest time, transitions, and outdoor play.

• Prepare learning materials and maintain an organized classroom.

• Clean and sanitize classroom materials, toys, and equipment according to health and safety standards.

• Follow all DCYF licensing regulations, program policies, and health and safety procedures.

• Participate in staff meetings, required training, and professional development.

• Assist with family events, field trips, special activities, and program celebrations.

• Collaborate with the Director and teaching team to provide an exceptional learning environment.

• Model Christ-like love, kindness, integrity, and professionalism in daily interactions.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience working in a licensed childcare center.

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework, certificate, or degree (or currently working toward completion).

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and agreement with the Christian mission of Sonflower Early Learning.

• Passion for teaching and caring for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Dependable, responsible, patient, and positive.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

• Commitment to creating a nurturing classroom culture and promoting unity among staff.

• STARS training completed.

• Experience implementing curriculum.

• Knowledge of Washington State DCYF licensing regulations.

• Experience with toddler and preschool classrooms.

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Washington State Requirements

Employees must complete or maintain:

• DCYF Portable Background Check

• Child Care Basics (or approved equivalent)

• Pediatric First Aid & CPR Certification

• Bloodborne Pathogens Training

• Food Worker Card

• Required DCYF annual professional development hours

• All pre-service training and licensing requirements before working independently with children

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to:

• Walk, stand, bend, kneel, squat, twist, and reach throughout the day.

• Sit on the floor and actively participate in children's play and learning.

• Lift and carry children and classroom materials weighing 35 pounds or more.

• Push, pull, and move classroom furniture and equipment.

• Participate in indoor and outdoor activities in various weather conditions.

• Respond quickly during emergencies while maintaining active supervision

To Apply

Please submit:

• Resume

• Brief cover letter

• ECE education and training information

• Childcare or preschool experience

• Professional references