Job Title: Part Time Assistant Teacher - 24 - 31.5 hours per week

Term: 2026 - 2027 School Year (40 week contract) 

Wage:  $28 - $32/hour DOE

Benefits: Medical Insurance Stipend, Paid Training and Professional Development, Paid Sick and Paid Time Off (Detailed further in contract), Consistent Schedule.

Reports To: School Director, Lead Teacher/s, MPCP Board

PDF Job Description Available

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About the Role

Madison Park Cooperative Preschool is seeking a warm, collaborative, and nurturing Part-Time Assistant Teacher to support our play-based preschool classrooms and cooperative community.

The Assistant Teacher works closely with fellow Co-op staff to help create a joyful, safe, and engaging classroom environment where children can grow socially, emotionally, physically, and academically through play and exploration. This role also includes partnering with families and supporting the cooperative preschool model by helping caregivers feel welcomed, included, and empowered as participants in the classroom community.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who sees what needs to be taken care of in the classroom and gets it done. They are relationship-driven, flexible, organized, open in their communication, and passionate about early childhood education and community-building. They are a warm, welcoming, and inviting presence to all families and children at the school.

Responsibilities:

Classroom Support & Child Development

• Support the Lead Teacher/s in creating and maintaining a nurturing, play-based classroom environment

• Assist with the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily classroom activities

• Foster children’s social-emotional growth, confidence, independence, and problem-solving skills

• Encourage creativity, curiosity, exploration, and hands-on learning experiences

• Support children’s fine and gross motor development through classroom activities and outdoor play

• Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment

• Use positive, respectful, and relationship-based behavior guidance practices

• Observe, document, and support children’s individual developmental needs

Family & Community Engagement

• Welcome and support parents and caregivers participating in the cooperative classroom model

• Help foster a warm, inclusive, and connected school community

• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff

• Support caregivers as active participants in their child’s educational experience

• Contribute to a classroom culture rooted in collaboration, kindness, and mutual respect

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher/s and school leadership

• Participate in staff meetings, school events, and professional development opportunities as appropriate

• Support daily classroom preparation, setup, cleanup, and organization

• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and open communication within the school community

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Scheduling:

• Required: Monday 8am - 6pm, Wednesday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2:30pm

• More hours available on Tuesdays and Thursday (8:30am-12:30pm)

• We generally follow Seattle Public School's schedule - regular hours are guaranteed for school breaks/holidays.

 

Qualifications:

• Professional working experience with children aged 0-4 preferred

• Formal Training/Education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field strongly preferred 

• Understanding of or interest in play-based and Cooperative preschool philosophy

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with adults and children

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

• Warm, patient, dependable, and community-minded approach

• Able to pass a background check appropriate for working with children (MPCP will conduct)

• Mandatory reporter training, WA Food Handler's certificate, Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR training (or willingness to obtain before first day of school)

 

Candidate Qualities

• Passion for early childhood education and relationship-based learning

• Enthusiasm for community-building and family partnership

• Flexible, positive, and collaborative mindset

• Ability to create meaningful connections with children and families

• Creative, organized, and nurturing presence

• Ability to communicate openly and directly with various stakeholders - including the all-volunteer board who run the school, lead teacher/s, school director and member families

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We hope you'll join us! Apply below!

Contact: hiring@madisonparkcoop.com with any questions