Educator - Salary

Position Summary

Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School (OLG) is seeking a faith-filled and qualified Preschool Lead Teacher for our Early Learning Center (ages 3 and 4). In alignment with the OLG mission, the ideal candidate will foster Gospel values, inspire academic excellence, and develop service and leadership within a nurturing, play-based environment. This role requires compliance with Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 110-300 center standards, active professional tracking in MERIT, and strict adherence to the Archdiocese of Seattle Safe Environment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Mission & Values Integration: Infuse Catholic faith, Gospel values, and social-emotional learning into the daily classroom routine and community environment.
• Preschool Curriculum: Plan and execute culturally responsive lessons for 3-to-4-year-olds focusing on kindergarten readiness, social-emotional skills, and language development.
• Classroom Management: Maintain positive behavioral support systems suitable for preschool-aged children.
• Communication: Positively and professionally communicate with parents, supervisors and colleagues in a manner that fosters relationships and collaboration. Communication models our mission to serve all learners and families in our care with respect and dignity.
• WAC Compliance: Keep the classroom environment aligned with all center-based licensing regulations.
• MERIT Maintenance: Keep your professional record, health clearances, and educational documents fully updated in the state registry.
• Complete the Enhancing Quality of Early Learning (EQEL) training series within 36 months of hire.
• Engaged Faculty Member: Actively engages and participates as a member of the schoolwide faculty, attends professional development, staff meetings, and meets all requirements with fidelity.