Our Beginning LLC
Seattle, Washington
Job Description Job Description Are you passionate about supporting teachers, cultivating inquiry-based learning, and helping educational communities thrive? Our Beginning School and Moai School are seeking an experienced Teacher Coach & Educational Leader to provide coaching, mentorship, and educational leadership across two unique early learning communities. This position supervises and supports Teachers, Pedagogistas, Atelieristas, and Language Specialists across both schools with support from the Pedagogistas. About Our Schools Our Beginning School is a Reggio Emilia-informed, non-sectarian early childhood community serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We believe children are capable, competent, curious, and full of potential. Moai School is a Christian early learning community that combines inquiry-based learning, strong relationships, and a deep respect for children with Christian values and faith-based principles. Internally, this role serves as the Pedagogical Coordinator for both schools. Position Overview The Teacher Coach & Educational Leader serves as the pedagogical leader for both schools, supporting educators through coaching, observation, curriculum development, documentation, reflective dialogue, and professional learning. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who values relationships, collaboration, inquiry, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Coach, mentor, and support Teachers, Pedagogistas, Atelieristas, and Language Specialists. Conduct classroom observations and provide reflective feedback. Support professional growth and staff development. Guide Reggio Emilia-inspired and inquiry-based practices. Support curriculum development, documentation, and learning environments. Facilitate professional learning and pedagogical discussions. Build strong partnerships with families and educators. Foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, and educational excellence. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field. Minimum of five years of experience in early childhood education. Experience coaching, mentoring, supervising, or leading educators. Strong understanding of child development and inquiry-based learning. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Preferred Experience in a Reggio Emilia-informed program. Experience facilitating professional development and adult learning. Experience with pedagogical documentation and emergent curriculum. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits Include 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage Life and disability insurance 401(k) Paid holidays Paid Winter Break Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development support Physical Requirements Ability to work in a classroom environment with young children (infants-5/6 years) Frequent sitting on the floor, kneeling, crawling, squatting, bending, twisting, turning, reaching overhead/shoulder, and standing Ability to lift, carry, and safely assist young children (up to 45 lbs.) Ability to walk and move quickly, and respond to children's needs Ability to actively engage in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions Ability to maintain visual and audio supervision of children at all times- including active supervision. Ability to hear and respond to children and environmental sounds Ability to sustain energy and engagement throughout a full workday Ability to enter data on keyboards/computers Average Weights by Age (for reference): 1 year (infants/toddlers): 20-25 lbs 2 years: 25-30 lbs 3 years: 30-35 lbs 4 years (Pre-K): 35-40 lbs 5 years (Pre-K/Kindergarten): 40-45 lbs To Apply Please submit to Resume Cover Letter Brief statement describing your understanding and application of the Reggio Emilia Approach Applicants with demonstrated Reggio Emilia experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Our Beginning School and Moai School are equal opportunity employers committed to building diverse, inclusive, respectful, and relationship-centered learning communities for children, families, and educators.
Job Description Job Description Are you passionate about supporting teachers, cultivating inquiry-based learning, and helping educational communities thrive? Our Beginning School and Moai School are seeking an experienced Teacher Coach & Educational Leader to provide coaching, mentorship, and educational leadership across two unique early learning communities. This position supervises and supports Teachers, Pedagogistas, Atelieristas, and Language Specialists across both schools with support from the Pedagogistas. About Our Schools Our Beginning School is a Reggio Emilia-informed, non-sectarian early childhood community serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. We believe children are capable, competent, curious, and full of potential. Moai School is a Christian early learning community that combines inquiry-based learning, strong relationships, and a deep respect for children with Christian values and faith-based principles. Internally, this role serves as the Pedagogical Coordinator for both schools. Position Overview The Teacher Coach & Educational Leader serves as the pedagogical leader for both schools, supporting educators through coaching, observation, curriculum development, documentation, reflective dialogue, and professional learning. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator who values relationships, collaboration, inquiry, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Coach, mentor, and support Teachers, Pedagogistas, Atelieristas, and Language Specialists. Conduct classroom observations and provide reflective feedback. Support professional growth and staff development. Guide Reggio Emilia-inspired and inquiry-based practices. Support curriculum development, documentation, and learning environments. Facilitate professional learning and pedagogical discussions. Build strong partnerships with families and educators. Foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, and educational excellence. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field. Minimum of five years of experience in early childhood education. Experience coaching, mentoring, supervising, or leading educators. Strong understanding of child development and inquiry-based learning. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Preferred Experience in a Reggio Emilia-informed program. Experience facilitating professional development and adult learning. Experience with pedagogical documentation and emergent curriculum. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits Include 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage Life and disability insurance 401(k) Paid holidays Paid Winter Break Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional development support Physical Requirements Ability to work in a classroom environment with young children (infants-5/6 years) Frequent sitting on the floor, kneeling, crawling, squatting, bending, twisting, turning, reaching overhead/shoulder, and standing Ability to lift, carry, and safely assist young children (up to 45 lbs.) Ability to walk and move quickly, and respond to children's needs Ability to actively engage in both indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions Ability to maintain visual and audio supervision of children at all times- including active supervision. Ability to hear and respond to children and environmental sounds Ability to sustain energy and engagement throughout a full workday Ability to enter data on keyboards/computers Average Weights by Age (for reference): 1 year (infants/toddlers): 20-25 lbs 2 years: 25-30 lbs 3 years: 30-35 lbs 4 years (Pre-K): 35-40 lbs 5 years (Pre-K/Kindergarten): 40-45 lbs To Apply Please submit to Resume Cover Letter Brief statement describing your understanding and application of the Reggio Emilia Approach Applicants with demonstrated Reggio Emilia experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Our Beginning School and Moai School are equal opportunity employers committed to building diverse, inclusive, respectful, and relationship-centered learning communities for children, families, and educators.
Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children
Seattle, Washington
Job Description Job Description ABOUT US Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. MEET THE TEAM Join a devoted, passionate and caring team! A Special Education Teacher with experience signing American Sign Language (ASL) or Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) is sought to collaborate with outstanding colleagues, including Teachers of the Deaf, interpreters/teaching assistants, an audiologist, a speech language pathologist, and administrative team. NWSDHH is a fantastic place to work for those seeking a caring, mutually supportive workplace dedicated to best practices in deaf education. JOB DETAILS 1.0 FTE, September-June LOCATION 15303 Westminster Way N. Shoreline, WA 98133 SALARY $79,669 - $137,837, depending on level of education and experience BENEFITS: Generous PTO; Health, Dental, Vision; 403b plan with company matching; Short-term/Long-term disability DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Support Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (D/HH) students as a resource room teacher for all early childhood, elementary and middle school subject areas while integrating listening, articulation practice and English grammar into lessons Implement and modify established curriculum, collaborating with TODs, specialists, and general education teachers Monitor student performance via daily & weekly data collection Report progress via trimester report cards and communicating with parents/guardians Attend area parent/guardian & general educator trainings Develop and implement IEPs Participate in triennial re-evaluations with the supervision of administration EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Required Skills Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education or equivalent Experience signing American Sign Language (ASL) or Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) Washington State Teaching Certification or provisional equivalent Demonstrated strategies to develop speech, auditory, and English abilities in learners Excellent instructional skills in early childhood or elementary curricula Ability to modify general education materials and curricula to meet the language & learning needs of students who are D/HH Excellent classroom behavioral and social skills management Desire to work in a positive, successful, collaborative school community that not only supports children who are D/HH and their families, but the staff as well Strong communication skills Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Special Education Familiarity with up-to-date personal amplification, cochlear implants, Digital and Soundfield systems A working knowledge of the Common Core and Washington State Standards Knowledge of classroom technology (SmartBoards, Chromebooks, iPads, etc.) Demonstration of instructional strategies commonly used in special education Company Description Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Company Description Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
Job Description Job Description ABOUT US Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. MEET THE TEAM Join a devoted, passionate and caring team! A Special Education Teacher with experience signing American Sign Language (ASL) or Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) is sought to collaborate with outstanding colleagues, including Teachers of the Deaf, interpreters/teaching assistants, an audiologist, a speech language pathologist, and administrative team. NWSDHH is a fantastic place to work for those seeking a caring, mutually supportive workplace dedicated to best practices in deaf education. JOB DETAILS 1.0 FTE, September-June LOCATION 15303 Westminster Way N. Shoreline, WA 98133 SALARY $79,669 - $137,837, depending on level of education and experience BENEFITS: Generous PTO; Health, Dental, Vision; 403b plan with company matching; Short-term/Long-term disability DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Support Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (D/HH) students as a resource room teacher for all early childhood, elementary and middle school subject areas while integrating listening, articulation practice and English grammar into lessons Implement and modify established curriculum, collaborating with TODs, specialists, and general education teachers Monitor student performance via daily & weekly data collection Report progress via trimester report cards and communicating with parents/guardians Attend area parent/guardian & general educator trainings Develop and implement IEPs Participate in triennial re-evaluations with the supervision of administration EXPERIENCE & SKILLS Required Skills Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Special Education or equivalent Experience signing American Sign Language (ASL) or Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) Washington State Teaching Certification or provisional equivalent Demonstrated strategies to develop speech, auditory, and English abilities in learners Excellent instructional skills in early childhood or elementary curricula Ability to modify general education materials and curricula to meet the language & learning needs of students who are D/HH Excellent classroom behavioral and social skills management Desire to work in a positive, successful, collaborative school community that not only supports children who are D/HH and their families, but the staff as well Strong communication skills Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Special Education Familiarity with up-to-date personal amplification, cochlear implants, Digital and Soundfield systems A working knowledge of the Common Core and Washington State Standards Knowledge of classroom technology (SmartBoards, Chromebooks, iPads, etc.) Demonstration of instructional strategies commonly used in special education Company Description Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Company Description Founded in 1982, Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children (NWSDHH) uses Signing Exact English (S.E.E.) and oral communication to prepare deaf and hard-of-hearing children (D/HH) to be self-confident, articulate and academically competitive learners, and engaged community members. Our program serves children who are D/HH, preschool through 8th grade and live within a 2-hour radius of our campus, in a day school setting. Students are taught on-site by a Teacher of the Deaf (TOD) in collaboration with a S.E.E. Interpreter/Teaching Assistant, and students may be mainstreamed in their neighborhood school from kindergarten and up as directed by their IEP. All students wear amplification and use state of the art Digital & Soundfield systems. Class sizes are small. NWSDHH is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.