Lower School Associate Teacher

The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community.

Lower School Associate Teacher (Seattle, WA)                 

Full Time (1.0 FTE) Salary/Exempt

Academic Year Schedule (2025-2026)

*This position is eligible for health benefits (details during hiring process). 

*This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship. 

The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Lower School team as a Lower School Associate Teacher. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school’s mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency.  We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued in order to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff and families. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Lower School Associate Teacher reports to the Lower School Division Director while working in collaboration with the Lower School Lead Teachers in the classroom and grade level the position is assigned.  This position is intended to offer support primarily to the students of in the classroom and grade level they are assigned but must be willing and qualified to offer support and assistance to other lower school grade levels, when needed.  

While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below:

·         Partner with Lower School Lead Teachers with daily lessons, class preparation, classroom management, student assessments and other related teaching tasks

·         Create and sustain classroom culture based on mission and values of the school

·         Collaborate and work effectively in teams with colleagues

·         Prepare and deliver instructional activities that emphasize experiential learning experiences

·         Differentiate instructional resources/methods to meet students varying needs

·         Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and in the curriculum

·         Work closely with students to foster growth in academics and social emotional learning, while under the guidance of the lead teacher(s)

·         Lead small group lessons to enhance or complement large lessons

·         Actively create and maintain a positive and welcoming climate in the classroom

·         Develop and maintain positive relationships with students

·         Show support and understanding of the Bush School Mission and Philosophy through professional conduct and practice

·         Attend meetings and in service opportunities when scheduled

·         Attend and participate in bi-weekly Associate Teacher meetings

·         Support K-5 recess and lunch supervision

·         Other Lower School responsibilities and duties as assigned

Experience and Professional Competencies:

·         A bachelor’s degree is required

·         Teaching certification, equivalent training, or enrollment in a teaching training program preferred

·         Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is required

·         Experience teaching and/or working with lower school age children in a school setting is required  

Successful candidates will have:

• Possess a philosophy that aligns with the school’s mission and values – please review the school’s mission and values on our website (www.bush.edu)


• Possess a strong commitment to being a positive educator


• Be willing to participate in professional development


• Be proficient in data management and computer skills with a willingness to explore and employ new and innovative technologies


• Be collaborative and thrive in environments that approach work with a team focus


• Be comfortable working with Lower School students of all ages


• Communicate clearly and effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including: administrators, faculty, staff, students and parents/guardians, in order to maintain professional relationships


• Complete work in a timely and thorough manner and be conscientious about job expectations


• Be patient and positive

Additional Requirements:

•          Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)


• Meet the school’s standards when completing two separate background screenings

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

•          Salary Range: $47,000


•          The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees, which includes:

o   Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)

o   Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees

o   Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees

o   Medical, dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)

o   Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o   Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees

o   Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees

o   Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o   Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o   Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o   Retirement Plan available to eligible employees. The Retirement Plan includes generous employer contributions that align with specific years of service.

o   Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents

o   School lunch discounts

o   Free parking at Seattle, WA campus

o   Use of school fitness center  

o   Paid Time Off (sick leave and personal days)

o   Professional Development opportunities

HOW TO APPLY 

Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at www.bush.edu and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the “About Bush” tab) for additional information/instructions.

If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position doesn’t fit your talents, please visit our website for additional openings: www.bush.edu.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information.  In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.