JOB DETAILS

SECS Teacher

CompanySJCC
LocationMercer Island
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 16, 2026
About The Company
The Stroum Jewish Community Center offers a variety of programs and activities for the entire family—from newborns to seniors. The SJCC inspires to build community and ensure Jewish continuity through outstanding programs, partnerships, and spaces that welcome everyone to learn, grow, and celebrate together. The SJCC is a nonprofit organization that is open to everyone. Located on Mercer Island, the J is home to an Early Childhood School, Summer J Camp and a full line-up of J Kids programs, the largest fitness center on Mercer Island, an indoor pool, community engagement programs, arts and culture events, and so much more. Founded in 1949, the J continues to serve the Jewish and greater Seattle community with high caliber programming, a welcoming community, and a caring staff that provides outstanding service at every touchpoint.
About the Role

Description

The Schwartz Early Childhood School at the SJCC is a school of excellence where children feel secure and confident, and are nurtured to become deep and creative thinkers. We are inspired by the schools of Reggio Emilia, Italy as well as by a social constructivist perspective.


The Schwartz Early Childhood School at the SJCC on Mercer Island is looking for fun, joyful, energetic, passionate, creative, curious educators with experience working with young children to join our early childhood educational team. We are an amazing community of educators who come together in the best interest of children. The Early Childhood School provides exceptional support to our educators through an amazing community, mentorship program, weekly planning time, monthly reflective supervision with their supervisor, new hire orientation, professional development opportunities, an abundance of beautiful materials, and more.


Requirements

To be successful as an SECS Teacher, you should have:

  • Strong emotional responsiveness toward children and co-workers
  • A flexible mindset
  • A desire and openness to follow a Reggio Emilia inspired approach
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A customer-centric and collaborative attitude with a high level of empathy
  • The ability to sequence objectives among competing priorities
  • The ability to multi-task
  • A creative and strategic mindset with strong problem-solving abilities


Requirements

 Benefits:

  • Generous paid time off, including Federal holidays and many Jewish holidays
  • Full Family SJCC Membership which includes gym, basketball court and pool.
  • Discounts for camp, Early Childhood School tuition and other SJCC programming for you and your family.
  • A 403(b) plan with employer contribution after two years.
  • Healthcare and wellbeing benefits.
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Washington State Pay Range: $23/hour to $26/hour 
  • Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided based on factors including but not limited to, skills, relevant experience, and specific work location.

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour


SJCC is an Equal Opportunity EmployerOur vision is to be the Puget Sound’s most open and welcoming community-centered Jewish organization. We know that we cannot do this without providing inclusive opportunities for all and celebrating our differences. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  

Key Skills
Emotional ResponsivenessFlexible MindsetReggio Emilia ApproachWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeamworkCustomer-Centric AttitudeEmpathyPrioritizationMulti-taskingProblem-solvingStrategic Mindset
Categories
EducationSocial Services
Benefits
Generous Paid Time OffFederal HolidaysJewish HolidaysFull Family SJCC MembershipGym AccessBasketball Court AccessPool AccessCamp DiscountsEarly Childhood School Tuition DiscountsSJCC Programming Discounts403(b) Plan With Employer ContributionHealthcare BenefitsWellbeing BenefitsLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability Insurance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Provide high-quality early childhood education inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach and social constructivism. Foster a secure and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to become creative thinkers.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$23 - $26
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
101
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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