We Are Expanding and Looking to Add The Following Staff

Physical education Teacher

resource teacher

math specialist

SECOND GRADE TEACHER FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

TUTOR

AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Elementary Teacher

Did you enter the field of education because you love working with children? Because you wanted to make a difference? ...because you share the joy when observing the flash of insight, the “aha” moment on the face of a child when they suddenly “get it?” Have you longed for small class sizes (10 children maximum for academic subjects) so that at the end of the day, every day, you KNOW you are making a difference?

Laurel Academy is currently accepting applications for an energetic, enthusiastic certified (or almost certified!) Elementary Teacher who embraces explorative learning, the mastery of fundamental skills (ELA or math) who additionally has broad interests that can be shared with children during free-study time, after school or at Summer Camp. (There are dozens of activities our children enjoy during the school day… yoga, piano playing, art, chess, theater, cooking and gardening to name a few.) Our academic curriculum is robust but we know how much difference these kinds of activities make when considering the education of the whole child! 

We are going to bring on one more teacher who can think outside of the box, either part-time or full-time.  

Position Description:

We are seeking an innovative, team-oriented educator with a growth mindset, to join us in continuing our expansion. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, forward thinking teacher who is passionate about collaborating with colleagues in creating valuable, interactive classroom spaces where children will engage in math, science, physical fitness activities, and games of all sorts.

Teachers focus on creating vibrant multi-age classroom communities that build a strong social-emotional foundation while challenging students to strive for ever higher levels of personal achievement and academic mastery as they progress through their studies. During these crucial early years, students learn to compete with themselves and collaborate with each other.

Our team is looking for:

  • a dynamic educator with elementary classroom teaching experience who embodies the ethos of lifelong learner,

  • manifests a genuine passion for gifting children with the very best learning experiences,

  • possesses a strong foundation in a variety of educational practices,

  • can demonstrate the ability to use innovative and flexible strategies in service to a variety of learners,

  • attests to superb classroom management skills, and 

  • if not adept, is interested and willing in integrating technology into the curriculum when appropriate.

All candidates must demonstrate respect for the school’s mission, values and philosophy and have an Independent School perspective. Diversity is embraced in both faculty and student composition.

This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits offering a competitive salary based on experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop and teach a differentiated and integrated curriculum

  • Develop and assess curriculum in collaboration with faculty and education administrators to meet and surpass Common Core standards, Laurel’s goals, and current trends in education

  • Assess student learning and communicate student growth to families, formally and informally via email, online meetings, and live conferences, when appropriate

  • Create and maintain positive partnerships with students and families

  • Apply developmentally appropriate approaches for classroom management to create a respectful, engaging and vibrant classroom learning community

  • Engage in professional development with faculty and actively seek personal growth opportunities

  • Participate in school life including community activities, events and outreach

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • Teaching Certification (out of state is acceptable as long as the process for converting it is expedited)

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Minimum of 1 year implementing a very hands-on/manipulative-heavy math curriculum, such as Singapore math

  • Interest in facilitating science explorations at all grade levels

  • Enthusiastic about facilitating the physical/movement portions of the day including yoga, children’s movement games, and/or dance, tumbling, and any/all ball games

  • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position

Benefits:

Employees have the opportunity for flexible salary packages that include a healthcare insurance stipend, sick and holiday pay, tuition assistance for your child, paid teacher work days and the opportunity to spend your days with bright, happy, productive children and colleagues who love their work!

Company's websites:

https://www.laurelacademy.org/

https://www.littlelaurels.org/

Company's Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/LaurelAcademySeattle

Are you the right candidate? To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume via this ad or email us at office@laurelacademy.org Thank you!