Job detail
Preschool Lead Teacher
Whatcom Family YMCA
FULL_TIME
Posted 3/6/2026
Location
Bellingham, Washington
Salary
$21 - $23 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The lead preschool teacher will guide the classroom experience, support assistant educators, and create an engaging, play-Based environment focused on social-Emotional development. Responsibilities include designing daily schedules, encouraging child choice and problem-Solving, and maintaining quality standards aligned with ecers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent and possess experience in an early learning center, demonstrating a passion for working with preschool-Aged children and play-Based learning. Required training includes cpr/First aid, child abuse prevention, and obtaining an ece short certificate or equivalent credits.
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