Job Title: Part-Time Preschool Teacher (3 Days a Week)Location: Pixie Hill Preschool, Mercer Island, WA

Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday; 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Reports To: Preschool Director / Lead Preschool Teachers

Job Summary:
We are seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic, and creative Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team part-time, working three days per week supporting students ages 2.5-5.  The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood development, skilled in fostering a safe and engaging learning environment, and able to communicate effectively with colleagues and families.

Pixie Hill Preschool is a non-profit located on Mercer Island that has been running for 67 years. It serves children aged 2.5-5 years old with a curriculum that mixes play-based and structured learning. All teachers are college-educated and are paid a liveable wage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare materials, and implement age-appropriate curriculum that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development

• Foster a warm, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere

• Encourage exploration, creativity, and independence through play-based learning

• Enjoy engaging in play with students both indoors and outdoors

• Observe and document student progress; share observations with parents and the teaching team

• Comfortable discussing student progress and reporting challenges to families 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom

• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, and staff

• Support children with transitions, routines, and positive behavior guidance

• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and school events as required

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or in-progress); preferred if in Early Childhood Education or related field

• Knowledge of child development principles and early learning standards

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Background check and fingerprint clearance required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred if degree is in Early Childhood Education or related field

• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children

• Teaching certification or credential

• Bilingual abilities are a plus

• Experience with an outdoor/forest style school is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage: $24-$32, based on experience and qualifications

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative teaching team

• Paid time off: 4-weeks vacation during school vacation closures (Winter Break, Mid Winter Break, Spring Break)

• Paid preparation and event time outside of regular classroom hours

• Discounted preschool tuition for employee’s child

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and teaching philosophy to director@pixiehillpreschool.com.

Applicants will be considered as they are received. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare materials, and implement age-appropriate curriculum that supports social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development

• Foster a warm, inclusive, and respectful classroom atmosphere

• Encourage exploration, creativity, and independence through play-based learning

• Enjoy engaging in play with students both indoors and outdoors

• Observe and document student progress; share observations with parents and the teaching team; prepare and lead conferences for PreK class

• Comfortable and confiedent discussing student progress and reporting challenges to families 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom

• Communicate effectively and professionally with children, parents, and staff

• Support children with transitions, routines, and positive behavior guidance

• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, school events, and board meetings, as required

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or in-progress); preferred if in Early Childhood Education or related field

• Knowledge of child development principles and early learning standards

• Strong classroom management and communication skills

• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Background check and fingerprint clearance required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred if degree is in Early Childhood Education or related field

• Previous experience leading a classroom

• Teaching certification or credential

• Bilingual abilities are a plus

• Experience with a nature-based curriculum is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage: $26-$34, based on experience and qualifications

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative teaching team

• Total 5 weeks paid time off: 4-weeks vacation during school vacation closures (Winter Break, Mid Winter Break, Spring Break), plus 3 school holidays (i.e. Thanksgiving Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day), plus 2 days earned PTO

• Paid preparation and event time outside of regular classroom hours

• Discounted preschool tuition for employee’s child

To Apply:

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and teaching philosophy to director@pixiehillpreschool.com.

Applicants will be considered as they are received.