Lead Teacher (Early Learning)

Lead Teacher (Early Learning) SheWorks - 5.0 Tacoma, WA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Teamwork Classroom management Cleaning Classroom experience

Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Start Date:

Summer / Early Fall 2026 About SheWorks SheWorks is a coworking and childcare space designed to support working women, parents, and families through a more thoughtful, integrated approach to work and care. Our childcare program focuses on high-quality, half-day care for children ages 2.5-6, designed to feel calm, engaging, and developmentally aligned for both children and families. Position Overview This is a foundational role within SheWorks, intentionally timed with our late summer / early fall opening. While full-time responsibilities will begin once we open our doors, we're looking for someone who feels excited to be part of the thoughtful build process leading up to launch. SheWorks already has a strong vision, philosophy, and program foundation in place, centered around relationship-based care, emotional development, play, consistency, and the way children naturally learn and grow. At the same time, we deeply value collaboration, autonomy, and the strengths each educator brings into a space. This is not a role where someone simply steps into a rigid, fully predetermined system. We are intentionally creating room for this person to have meaningful input, ownership, and influence as the program comes to life. We want someone who feels energized by helping shape the classroom experience alongside us, from contributing feedback on classroom flow and materials, to participating in enrollment conversations and family tours, to helping create a warm, grounded experience for the families who will grow with us from the very beginning. Our Approach to Learning Our program blends play-based and emergent learning with intentional structure and daily rhythm. In practice, this means: Children learn through exploration, creativity, and play Teachers guide learning through observation and engagement, not rigid lesson plans Emotional regulation and social development are core to the classroom experience Daily routines provide consistency, while allowing flexibility based on the needs of the group As a Lead Teacher, you will play an active role in shaping the classroom experience , adapting activities, and creating an environment that feels both grounded and responsive. Responsibilities Lead a classroom of children ages 2.5-6 in a safe, engaging environment Implement and help shape a play-based, emergent curriculum Establish daily rhythms that balance structure with flexibility Foster emotional development and positive social interactions Build strong, trusting relationships with children and parents Support and guide assistant teachers as the team grows Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom Ensure compliance with Washington state standards Contribute to the ongoing development of the program Qualifications Degree in Early Childhood Education or currently pursuing (preferred) Experience leading or supporting a classroom environment Strong understanding of child development Ability to create both structure and flexibility within a classroom Strong communication and leadership skills Comfortable working in a growing, evolving environment What We're Looking For A calm, grounded, and emotionally attuned presence Someone who values connection, not just classroom management A teacher who enjoys building and shaping a program Someone aligned with a thoughtful, modern approach to early learning

Our Core Values Belonging:

Every child and parent feels safe and seen

Courage:

We bring ideas forward and grow together

Impact:

We recognize the importance of early childhood experiences

Balance:

We support both families and team members

Creativity:

We embrace curiosity and new approaches Schedule Half-day program (morning and afternoon sessions) Predictable, consistent scheduling Why This Role is Unique Opportunity to help build a childcare program from the ground up A role designed to grow as SheWorks expands A mission-driven environment focused on community and impact Application Question(s): What about SheWorks' mission and our approach to childcare resonates with you? What is your desired hourly rate or compensation range? Full-time responsibilities for this role are expected to begin in late summer / early fall 2026, with some collaborative involvement during the pre-opening phase. Are you comfortable with this timeline?

Work Location:

In person