Preschool Lead Teacher 2026-27 Medina Elementary

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of Early Learning Preschool Lead Teacher is directly responsible for providing an educational and nurturing inclusive learning environment that meets the developmental needs of all children including those with disabilities, in all preschool classrooms including multi-language, and Early Childhood Assistance Education Program (ECEAP).

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Observes and assesses the development of children.
• Plans and implements required curricula based on individualized child assessments.
• Guides and interacts with children during age/developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Designs the classroom environment and maintains a clean, organized and safe environment for children that meets Early Achievers quality standards.
• Implements and supervises developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Builds positive relationships with children and families.
• Plans and implements guidance strategies for children.
• Engages families in classroom and program planning and activities including offering conferences quarterly to align with TS Gold checkpoints.
• May assist families in establishing school readiness goals.
• Maintains records of students which includes documentation of observations, student assessments and child's work.
• Works with children in a warm and confident manner individually and in group settings.
• Responds appropriately to the needs of children and communicates with parents.
• Works with a diverse population of children, including children with special needs.
• Communicates effectively with staff.
• Works effectively as a team member in planning and implementing appropriate activities.
• Mediates conflicts between children.
• Keeps current on emergency procedures, including child safety drills.
• Ensures that children are in auditory/visual supervision range at all times.
• Attends staff meetings and professional development trainings.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Building Administrator

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this require):

Required:

• AA in Early Childhood Education or DCYF approved equivalent.

Preferred:

• Experience working with children with diverse aptitudes and levels of achievement.
• Arabic language preferred.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class require):

• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Registration in state electronic workforce registry (Merit)
• Completion of Merit Portable background check
• TB skin test
• Food Handler Permit
• Proof of MMR or immunity to measles
• Completion of applicable training requirements, including Child Care Basics

KNOWLEDGE OF: (position requirements at entry):

• Understands State Performance Standards
• Child development and behavior management
• Age and developmentally appropriate practices and activities
• Health, safety, injury prevention and sanitary practices

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Commitment and ability to work with a full range of students including those with disabilities, English language learners, and students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds
• Implements individualized and group developmentally appropriate curricula
• Observes child behavior changes and take necessary health and safety precautions
• Works effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to organize and complete tasks
• Works collaboratively with staff and parents
• Demonstrates problem-solving and conflict resolution skills with children and adults
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations. Physical Requirements:
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

[CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

AISP pay range E $33.90 to $35.85 (starting at $33.90/per hour). This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. 40 hours per week (7:30am to 4:00pm M-F) for a 192 day annual assignment. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Title IX Compliance Coordinator

Gender-Inclusive Schools Compliance Coordinator

Name: Nancy Pham, Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs

Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005

Telephone Number: 425-456-4248

Email: phamn@bsd405.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Name: Kerince Bowen, Director of Counseling

Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005

Telephone Number: (425) 456-4168

Email: bowenk@bsd405.org

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District's communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or thornj@bsd405.org.