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*Fauntleroy Children's Center* is growing its teaching team.We are looking for experienced teachers to join our education family! We seek an assistant teacher for a full-time position in our early elementary classroom. Hours are 8:30 - 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. We are a diverse group of teachers who look forward to working with people who are motivated to grow and learn together._*Professional Recognition*_Our non-profit program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and part of WA State Early Achievers. We use Creative Curriculum and Teaching Strategies GOLD® for lesson planning and assessment of the children._*Focus on Relationships*_For more than 30 years we have been guided by a mission of authentic caring, diversity, choice, and responsibility. Our focus is on building healthy relationships and social values between children, teachers, parents, the environment, and local community in fun ways. Children enjoy learning responsibility for their choices and actions through decisions about activity options, teamwork, and involvement in room rules, boundaries and privileges._*Learning through Play*_We take play seriously. Our philosophy is to create customized strategies to spark and develop each child’s imagination. We follow the curiosity and interests of the children to develop an appropriate play-based curriculum for extended learning and enrichment to succeed in school and beyond._*Location*_We are located in a beautiful West Seattle neighborhood with bright, spacious classroom environments, huge nature based outdoor playground areas and nearby access to the Fauntleroy Ferry, beach and Lincoln Park.We encourage you to check out our website at: fauntleroychildrenscenter.orgPreferred qualifications: AA or BA in ECE, minimum CDA or working on state ECE certificate; proficiency in English communication and basic computer skills; commitment to on-going professional development.*To apply please submit your resume, two professional references, and one personal reference.*This Company Describes Its Culture as:* Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused* Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes* Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborativeCOVID-19 Precaution(s):* Remote interview process* Personal protective equipment provided or required* Temperature screenings* Social distancing guidelines in place* Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in placeThis Job Is:* A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply* Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma* A job for which people with disabilities are encouraged to applyWork Remotely* NoJob Type: Part-timePay: $20.75 - $22.00 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Flexible schedule* Health insurance* Paid time off* Professional development assistance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 4 hour shift* Monday to FridayApplication Question(s):* Are you current with all qualifications and vaccinations through the DCYF Merit System?MMR & TB, Portable Background Check,1st Aid/CPR/BBPExperience:* Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: In person