Job Description
Experienced Early Childhood Education Teacher – Rise Up Academy (RUA)
Location: Everett, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $25.00 – $32.00 per hour, [dependent upon experience]
Make a Real Difference
Are you passionate about helping children thrive?
Do you believe every child, regardless of culture or socio-economic background, deserves a strong educational foundation?
Would you like to be part of a small, innovative team that values your voice and your skills?
If you answered “yes,” we’d love to meet you! Rise Up Academy is seeking an experienced, dedicated and compassionate Early Childhood Education Teacher to join our mission-driven program, where equity, inclusion, and excellence in early learning guide all we do.
The teaching staff at RUA supports the vision, mission and core values established by Executive Leadership, and is a direct report to the Rise Up Academy Program Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement weekly lesson plans, around Rise Up’s core curriculum, that is tailored to children’s physical, emotional, social, and developmental needs.
- Create a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment.
- Support the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical growth of each child through structured and play-based activities.
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet the individual learning styles and needs of all students.
- Collaborate effectively with fellow staff and volunteers; share important updates and observations as needed.
- Communicate consistently with families and encourage parental involvement.
- Maintain daily attendance records and up-to-date incident/behavior reports.
- Comply with all school policies and procedures as outlined in the staff handbook.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Comply with Washington Administrative Code (WAC) requirements.
Required Skills & Attributes
- A collaborative spirit and positive, professional attitude.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt in a dynamic learning environment.
- Strong understanding of state regulations and best practices in early childhood education.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and/or valid Washington State Teaching Certificate.
- Formal training and experience in Early Childhood Education.
- CPR, First Aid, and HIV/AIDS training (current certification required).
- STARS training and a negative TB test.
- Background check clearance required.
- Familiarity with a range of early learning curricula and evidence-based behavior management strategies.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options
- Lead Teacher- $25.00-$32.00
- Health insurance (medical, dental & vision) provided for full-time employees
- Company endorsed continuing education.
- Monday through Friday work week
Why Join Rise Up Academy?
Rise Up Academy is a small, forward-thinking early learning center committed to serving children from all backgrounds. We are building a community where educators are supported, children are empowered, and families are engaged.
To learn more about our school, please visit: RiseUpAcademyNW.org