Employment

• Collaborates with the PYP Coordinator to lead the development and implementation of a PYP-aligned program for early childhood, incorporating inquiry and play-based learning, transdisciplinary themes, and the learner profile attributes;
• Recruits, hires, and oversees highly qualified and passionate early childhood educators, consisting of five lead teachers and seven assistant teachers;
• Fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment, promoting open communication and team building within the early childhood team;
• Regularly observe classrooms to ensure alignment with PYP curriculum and assess student learning and growth;
• Build strong relationships with parents through open communication channels, regular parent-teacher conferences, and informative events;
• Oversee the daily operations of the early childhood classrooms, including scheduling, classroom set-up, and safety protocols;
• Maintain compliance with all relevant licensing requirements for the Preschool program;
• Reports to the Lower School Division Director;
• Assists with daily duties alongside other members of the Lower School team, including carline and an occasional recess duty as needed;  
• Fulfills other duties as assigned. 

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field;
• Proven experience in a leadership role within an early childhood setting, preferably with PYP experience;
• Understanding of the PYP philosophy and curriculum framework;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with students, teachers, and parents;
• Strong leadership abilities with a focus on professional development and team building;
• Commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment for young children;
• Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• And, is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom and outdoor playground space, accessing materials and assisting students as needed;
• Must be able to navigate the stairs on campus;
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teachers, young children, and families. 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year
• Ability to accrue up to Four (4) weeks of vacation per accrual year, with a maximum rollover of 40 hours of vacation
• Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2025 (some may fall over standard Summer, Winter, or Spring breaks if Faculty)
• Fifty percent (50%) tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent
• All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. Charges apply for faculty in-service days or similar days  
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match with a 3% employee contribution

• Drives safely along designated routes;
• Obeys traffic laws, safety procedures, and transit regulations;
• Picks up and drops off students at designated times and locations;
•  Transports students to and from athletic activities in the afternoons;
•  Assists all students with getting on and off the bus as required;
•  Prevents or stops unruly behavior from students and ensures the safety of all students;
• Fills the gas tank of the bus, when needed;
• Always maintains a clean and mechanically sound bus;
• Attends staff meetings and participates in professional development, as required. 

• Holds a high school diploma or GED;
• Has 1+ years' experience driving a school bus;
• Is able to communicate clearly and effectively with students, families, and Sports Team staff;
• Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• Has some experience working with children (preferably 2+ years).

• A valid Washington State driver’s license, including CDL with passenger endorsements;
• The ability to carry out assigned routes on time;
• No at-fault traffic accidents in the last 5 years;
• Clean driving record (no traffic citations in last 5 years);
• A current Medical Examiner’s Certificate; and
• is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States. 

• Prolonged periods of sitting and driving.
• Must be able to enter and exit the bus without assistance

• Provides Faculty and Curriculum Support 0.5
  • Supports reading and writing instruction; models and inspires IB and literacy best practices;
  • Collaborates with the pedagogical leadership team, including the PYP Coordinator and Learning Support team, to support literacy curriculum and progression from Preschool through Grade 5;
  • Collaborates with the pedagogical leadership team to recommend professional development resources and collaboratively lead in-house professional development;
  • Works with the pedagogical leadership team and teaching teams for online and text-based curriculum selection and implementation needs;
  • Oversees i-Ready reading testing and data;
• Provides Student Support 0.5
  • Push-in support (and additional pull-out if needed) focused on language and literacy;
  • Provides small-group literacy support as needed;
  • Provides testing accommodations for students across subjects as needed;
  • Works as part of the Lower School Student Action Team to identify, strategize on, and support students’ needs; 
  • Provides Individual Accommodation Plan (IAP) support as needed;
• Reports to the Lower School Division Director;
• Assists with daily duties alongside other members of the Lower School team, including carline and an occasional recess duty as needed;  
• and fulfills other duties as assigned. 

• holds a BA or masters in education;
• has a minimum of three years experience as a Lower School (Preschool-Grade 5) lead classroom teacher or learning specialist;
• has an understanding of the PYP philosophy and curriculum framework; 
• demonstrates familiarity with current research and best practices in learning, differentiation, and teaching;
• is a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, and an empathetic listener;
• demonstrates flexibility; 
• is proficient in using technology as a learning support tool; 
• exhibits an understanding of and enthusiasm to work with and care for Lower School students and the desire to collaborate as part of a team;
• Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• And, is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom and outdoor playground space, accessing materials and assisting students as needed;
• Must be able to navigate the stairs on campus;
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teachers, young children and families. 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year
• Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2025 (some may fall over standard Summer, Winter or Spring breaks if Faculty)
• Fifty percent (50%) tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent
• All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. Charges apply for faculty in-service days or similar days  
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match with a 3% employee contribution

• consistently demonstrates good judgment, makes all decisions with student wellness as the first priority, and is a role model of appropriate behavior and community engagement at all times;
• resides on campus in apartments or houses provided by the school (apartment sizes vary and are assigned according to individuals’ roles and family needs);
• works closely and cooperatively with residential faculty, students, and other school staff; attends all staff meetings and participates in all trainings and orientations for faculty and staff at the beginning and end of the academic year; and fulfills all administrative tasks and other duties as assigned;
• is on duty for designated shifts, predominantly swing shifts, including Monday-Friday from afternoon to late night, one full weekend shift per month, and additional school events and dorm activities beyond the normal duty hours;
• supports, attends, and provides supervision for all dorm meetings, formal dinners, activities, and other special events designed for resident students;
• and develops, sponsors, and leads programming in character education, community building, academics, leadership, and recreational and cultural activities;

• must be at least 21 years old, have a valid Washington State driver’s license, pass school bus driver training (comprehensive driving abstracts will be obtained to determine if applicants are eligible to drive school vehicles), and hold current CPR/First Aid certification (training can be provided);
• must pass enhanced DCYF background checks required of all boarding employees and must sign and abide by the AWS Residential Occupancy contract (applies to resident spouses as well);

• holds a diploma from an accredited college or similar advanced training in a relevant field;

• has experience working with young people as a dorm parent, classroom teacher, camp counselor, youth group leader, or in a similar role;

• demonstrates commitment to personal integrity, character development, and community membership as well as broad emotional intelligence and a deep reserve of patience;

• has a track record of acting effectively and supervising students in a variety of potential emergency situations;
• demonstrates willingness to develop, sponsor, and lead programming in character education and community building, academics, leadership, and recreational and cultural activities;
• practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.

• must be capable of long hours and late nights, much of which is spent on the move, supporting and engaging with kids all over campus;
• must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and move up and down many flights of stairs a day;
• must be able to move around with agility, and engage in active, playful activities with students.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year
• Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2025 (some may fall over standard Summer, Winter or Spring breaks if Faculty)
• Fifty percent (50%) Tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent
• All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. Charges apply for faculty in-service days or similar days  
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match with a 3 % employee contribution

• Provides Faculty and Curriculum Support 0.5
  • Supports math instruction; models and inspires IB and math best practices;
  • Collaborates with the pedagogical leadership team, including the PYP Coordinator and Learning Support team, to support math curriculum and progression from Preschool through Grade 5;
  • Collaborates with the pedagogical leadership team to recommend professional development resources and collaboratively lead in-house professional development;
  • Works with the pedagogical leadership team and teaching teams for online and text-based curriculum selection and implementation needs;
  • Oversees i-Ready reading testing and data;
• Provides Student Support 0.5
  • Push-in support (and additional pull-out if needed) focused on math;
  • Provides small-group math support as needed;
  • Provides testing accommodations for students across subjects as needed;
  • Works as part of the Lower School Student Action Team to identify, strategize on, and support students’ needs; 
  • Provides Individual Accommodation Plan (IAP) support as needed;
• Reports to the Lower School Division Director;
• Assists with daily duties alongside other members of the Lower School team, including carline and an occasional recess duty as needed;  
• and fulfills other duties as assigned. 

• holds a BA or masters in education;
• has a minimum of three years experience as a Lower School (Preschool-Grade 5) lead classroom teacher or learning specialist;
• has an understanding of the PYP philosophy and curriculum framework; 
• demonstrates familiarity with current research and best practices in learning, differentiation, and teaching;
• is a strong communicator, both verbally and in writing, and an empathetic listener;
• demonstrates flexibility; 
• is proficient in using technology as a learning support tool; 
• exhibits an understanding of and enthusiasm to work with and care for Lower School students and the desire to collaborate as part of a team;
• Practices cultural humility in personal interactions;
• And, is eligible to work in the United States. Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to move comfortably around a classroom and outdoor playground space, accessing materials and assisting students as needed;
• Must be able to navigate the stairs on campus;
• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods;
• Must be able to communicate and exchange information with teachers, young children, and families. 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid sick leave (known as Wellness Days): Each regular full-time employee earns 80 hours of Wellness leave per accrual year
• Eighteen (18) paid Holidays in 2025 (some may fall over standard Summer, Winter or Spring breaks if Faculty)
• Fifty percent (50%) tuition remission in accordance with school policy. All fees and incidental expenses are the sole responsibility of the employee-parent
• All children of benefited employees of AWS, who are currently enrolled at AWS, are eligible for extended day services at no charge when school is in session. Charges apply for faculty in-service days or similar days  
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 6% company match with a 3% employee contribution

• provide instruction and fulfill duties during the short-term absence of faculty; aid students in their daily tasks, help ensure their understanding of subject matter and use materials provided by absent teachers to attain lesson goals;
• manage classroom behavior in a positive way and reach out to other faculty members for support as needed and manage classroom procedures, including taking attendance and maintaining orderly classrooms and student work, in compliance with the school’s procedures, guidelines, and policies;
• and maintain a professional attitude in all manner of conduct with students, faculty, and parents, including a commitment to confidentiality.

• holds a BA in education or a related field (teaching certification is a plus);
• has experience working with and/or teaching youth;
• is detail-oriented and demonstrate the ability to follow written and oral instructions;
• demonstrates effective and appropriate communication with students, faculty, and staff, and parents;
• demonstrates the ability to cultivate relationships with students in a short period of time;
• exhibits confidence and capability in providing instruction;
• is willing and able to work while standing for most of the day, with few breaks to sit (especially for Lower School Substitute Teachers);
• is available on short notice and on a regular basis, and respond promptly to requests for substituting;
• is available from 7:30 am-3:30 pm,
• And, is eligible to work in the United States. (Note: Under our current employment policies, we are unable to sponsor work visas and do not offer positions to candidates who are not yet eligible to work in the United States.)