Top 235 Lead teacher Jobs in Tacoma Wa

Lead Teacher 2026-2027 SY Pool
Impact Public Schools —Tukwila, WA
- $63,466 - $90,639 a year
- Multiple hires
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Montessori Preschool Teacher | Multiple Center Location
North Tacoma Montessori Center —Tacoma, WA
- $17.50 - $25.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Lead Teacher (Early Learning)
SheWorks —Tacoma, WA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Lead Teacher
Elice's LLC dba Alice'sPrecious Jewels childcare Center —Tacoma, WA
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- In-person
- Paid training
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Early Learning Center Lead Teacher
YMCA of Pierce and Kitsap Counties —University Place, WA
- $22.36 - $33.67 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Lead Teacher Assistant Director
Kiddie Academy of University Place —University Place, WA
- $23.29 - $27.26 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Public speaking
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Early Learning Center Lead Teacher
YMCA —Tacoma, WA
- $22.36 - $25.32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Infant Lead Teacher
Trinity Early Learning Center —Tacoma, WA
- $18.24 - $24.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Interim Kindergarten Teacher
Giddens School —Seattle, WA
- $57,737 - $102,739 a year
- Email
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Part Day Lead 4/5's Teacher
Cascade Christian Schools —Puyallup, WA
- $19.05 - $22.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
Lead Teacher
Elices Llc —Tacoma, WA
- $19 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Lead Preschool Teacher (2+ Minimum Years Required)
John Knox Community Preschool —Normandy Park, WA
- $25.00 - $28.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Special Education Teacher
Children's Institute for Learning Differences —Renton, WA
- $81,500 - $127,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
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Early Education Teacher with Christian beliefs
Sonshine Learning Center —Kent, WA
- $18.00 - $23.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Serving
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Childcare Teaching Jobs - Seattle
ChildCare Careers —Seattle, WA
- $21.50 - $27.00 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Lead Toddler Teacher
North Tacoma Montessori Center —Tacoma, WA
- $17.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Classroom Teacher position / Childcare
Creative Kids - Port Orchard —Port Orchard, WA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Toddler Lead Teacher
The Country Playhouse Learning Center —Enumclaw, WA
- $19 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- 18 years or older
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Child Care Center Director
The Goddard School of Renton, WA —Renton, WA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience #485 —Renton, WA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

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Lead Teacher 2026-2027 SY Pool

Impact Public Schools -
Tukwila, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$63,466 - $90,639 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Elementary Education
Teaching Certification
Elementary Education Teaching Certification
English
Education
Bachelor's degree
Special Education
Special Education Certification
Teaching
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

POSITION: Lead Teacher

TYPE: School-based

GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for early and elementary education positions

LOCATION: Hiring at multiple locations across the Seattle-Tacoma area (Tukwila, WA; South Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Renton, WA)

SALARY: $63,466-$90,638 based on aligned years of experience up to 9 years

STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position

START: Start date will be determined as part of the offer process

REPORTS TO: School Principal or their designee

Who You Are

You believe in the power of teamwork and want to work in a collaborative school community where team members support one another, whether it’s sharing ideas, teaming up on parent communication, or stepping in to help a colleague in need.
You are excited by the idea of delivering rigorous and engaging content to scholars by leveraging high-quality curriculum and teaching resources.
You enjoy opportunities to share your voice on how to improve our scholars’ experience through dynamic and ongoing input cycles facilitated by school & network leaders.
You are aligned with and share an unwavering belief that every child, regardless of their identity and needs, can thrive and meet ambitious goals.

Core Job Functions

Deliver rigorous & engaging content while creating a safe & welcoming environment (70%)

Execute effective literacy, math, language development skills, and social emotional learning
Utilize Impact’s instructional practices including supporting all scholars with academic and social emotional strengths and needs.
Leverage high quality curriculum including Illustrative Mathematics, Fishtank ELA, and 95% Core Phonics.
Ensure a positive learning environment by leveraging effective classroom management practices
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, implementing effective behavior management strategies, building strong student-teacher relationships, and creating a safe and joyful environment for optimal learning.

Plan and prepare for daily instruction (10%)

Leverage comprehensive lesson plans anchored in high quality curriculum (see above), anticipate student responses and potential challenges, and plan targeted questions and exemplar work samples.
Communicate regularly with families, leveraging asset-based language to describe scholars’ academic and behavioral strengths and potential barriers.

Commit to professional learning, development, and growth (15%)

Actively engage in instructional coaching and professional development aimed at improving your practice
Participate in the development of your assistant teacher/teaching fellow by modeling strong practices, planning together and sharing feedback with one another. *This isn’t a supervisory position*

Other duties as assigned

*Core job responsibility percentages are estimates based on projected work for this position.

Required Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor’s degree in education/related field or be actively working towards completing a bachelor's degree (required within 2-years of employment)

Preferred Qualifications

1+ years experience delivering rigorous and engaging instruction in a K-12 setting
English Language Learner Endorsement
Special education endorsement

License/Certification

Must have or be eligible for certification by OSPI with an endorsement in Elementary Education (within 1-month of employment required)
Must have or be eligible to obtain a CPR certification
Must have or be eligible to obtain a food handler certification

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) with occasional heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds). The employee must have sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. Work is primarily inside but has daily responsibilities outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather).

Non-negotiables

Must be able to obtain then provide an academic transcript if hired
Must pass a fingerprint and background check
Complete SafeSchools trainings

What We Offer

Competitive pay and generous paid time off package including paid holidays, vacation and personal time;
Up to $10,500 in financial support towards a teacher certification preparation program;
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability benefits;
Retirement account with employer contributions;
Free mental health support + more through our employee assistance program;
Growth pathways for increased levels of leadership.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Impact Public Schools is committed to providing a work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. Click to review Impact’s Employee Non-discrimination Policy for Impact Schools.

Non-Discrimination Statements

Impact Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Click to review Impact’s designated leaders responsible to handle all questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at each of Impact’s schools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $63,466.00 - $90,639.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

WA State Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Tukwila, WA 98168 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Tukwila, WA 98168: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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