Lead Teacher- 2026-27 SY Pool

POSITION: Lead Teacher TYPE: School-based GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for early and elementary education positions LOCATION: Hiring at multiple locations across the Seattle-Tacoma area (Tukwila, South Seattle, Tacoma, Renton) SALARY: $64,711-$92,416 based on aligned years of experience up to 9 years STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position START: Start date will be determined as part of the offer process REPORTS TO: School Principal or their designee Who You Are You believe in the power of teamwork and want to work in a collaborative school community where team members support one another, whether it’s sharing ideas, teaming up on parent communication, or stepping in to help a colleague in need.  You are excited by the idea of delivering rigorous and engaging content to scholars by leveraging high-quality curriculum and teaching resources. You enjoy opportunities to share your voice on how to improve our scholars’ experience through dynamic and ongoing input cycles facilitated by school & network leaders.  You are aligned with Impact Public Schools’ values and share an unwavering belief that every child, regardless of their identity and needs, can thrive and meet ambitious goals.  Core Job Functions Deliver rigorous & engaging content while creating a safe & welcoming environment (70%) Execute effective literacy, math, language development skills, and social emotional learning Utilize Impact’s instructional practices including supporting all scholars with academic and social emotional strengths and needs. Leverage high quality curriculum including Illustrative Mathematics, Fishtank ELA, and 95% Core Phonics. Ensure a positive learning environment by leveraging effective classroom management practices Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere, implementing effective behavior management strategies, building strong student-teacher relationships, and creating a safe and joyful environment for optimal learning. Plan and prepare for daily instruction (10%) Leverage comprehensive lesson plans anchored in high quality curriculum (see above), anticipate student responses and potential challenges, and plan targeted questions and exemplar work samples. Communicate regularly with families, leveraging asset-based language to describe scholars’ academic and behavioral strengths and potential barriers. Commit to professional learning, development, and growth (15%) Actively engage in instructional coaching and professional development aimed at improving your practice Participate in the development of your assistant teacher/teaching fellow by modeling strong practices, planning together and sharing feedback with one another. *This isn’t a supervisory position* Other duties as assigned *Core job responsibility percentages are estimates based on projected work for this position. Required Qualifications  Must have a Bachelor’s degree in…