Job Title: Teacher - Preschool
Position Type: (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt, Part-time, 0.5 FTE
Reports to: Preschool Division Head
Closing Date: When Filled
Start Date: August 1, 2025
Location: Redmond, WA
Pay Range: $31,000 - $52,000 based on 0.5 FTE (Dependent on Experience)
Benefits for Benefit Eligible Employees:
Employer Subsidized Medical
Dental and Vision Insurance Available at Employee’s Cost
Employer Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability Insurance
Paid Leave (Vacation, PTO, Maternity, Paternity)
Employee Assistance Program
Retirement
Professional Development
Tuition Discount
Discounted School Lunches
Costco Membership Reimbursement
Application: ONLY Accepted at https://www.tbcs.org/employment; To view our school profile, go to School Profile - The Bear Creek School (tbcs.org)
Do you find reward in investing a piece of yourself into something bigger with an everlasting impact? Do you enjoy being part of a Christian community united in a common goal? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students directly in the classroom or through a supporting role? Read on to find out more about our amazing school!
The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian School for Preschool – 12th grade. We are a nondenominational, private, day school accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools. At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students and introducing them to the great minds, great works, great events, great discoveries, and great art of the centuries. We believe knowledge which endures is worth student attention; we believe studying minds of the past helps us understand and shape our future; we believe wisdom is developed by reflectively considering ideas in light of the Christian worldview. The school’s mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends. Please see our website, www.tbcs.org, for additional information.
Your Role.
The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our Preschool teaching team!
As a member of The Bear Creek School, you belong to a vibrant preschool - grade 12 community fully committed to the mission of our school: to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends.
Why you should work at The Bear Creek School.
Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to the mission, offering many ways for students and adults to learn, play, and serve together in an inclusive, caring environment.
At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students. You can support the mission of Bear Creek through leading the classroom environment and having an impact on the lives of students.
We are seeking an individual who will…
Approach classroom instruction and student interactions from a Christian Worldview
Collaborate with grade level teams and department members to plan and implement the school’s classical curriculum
Actively ensure academic growth in every student by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques
Build partnership with parents through proactive communication
Create a predictable and supportive classroom environment
Increase professional knowledge by participating in professional development opportunities
Prepare daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet the learning goals
Communicate regularly with parents by sending weekly updates over Microsoft Teams and emails
Follow through on routine job responsibilities including grading, record keeping, attendance, and lesson planning
Participate in collaborative evaluation processes with division head and VP for Academic Affairs
Attend regularly scheduled faculty and grade level planning meetings
Attend school events outside regular school hours including, but not limited to: Parent/teacher conferences, curriculum night, arts performances, Preschool Back to School BBQ, & professional development sessions
Work with assigned classroom assistant to deliver on the school’s mission
Maintain a learning environment that is organized and pleasant in appearance
Perform other related duties as assigned
Assist with playground supervision and specialist classes
Work with school nurse, classroom assistants, and parents to supervise and distribute daily snacks
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The successful individual in this position will:
Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Take initiative.
Execute things independently when needed and work cooperatively with a team regularly.
Required Experience and Education.
Bachelors degree preferably in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
Associate of Arts degree with equivalent experience may be considered
Currently held CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position
It's more than a Job. As a part of our community, you also need to:
Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization.
Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others.
Able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas.
Flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and security of information.
Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results.
Effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks.
Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed.
Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct.
You must meet the following physical requirements.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child
To apply or view all jobs at The Bear Creek School go to https://www.tbcs.org/employment.
Disclaimers
The Bear Creek School is an equal opportunity employer. All employees of The Bear Creek School must agree to carry out their responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with The Bear Creek School’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Employee Handbook, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Biblical standards.
Offers of employment are contingent on the successful outcome a criminal background check.
The above job posting is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of all jobs at The Bear Creek School.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who cannot perform the essential functions of the position, even with reasonable accommodations, or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees and students.
