At Martha & Mary Kids, you’re not just supervising children — you’re helping shape their confidence, creativity, and curiosity. We believe in collaboration, compassion, teamwork, and giving both staff and children the tools to thrive.
Support a program that meets each child's emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs
Interact with and encourage children to participate in daily activities
Prepare a warm, clean, and welcoming classroom environment
Plan weekly curriculum-based lesson plans with your supervisor
Help supervise, train, and support staff
Communicate with families in a friendly, professional manner
Observe and document child behaviors and milestones
Maintain program materials, supplies, and classroom readiness
What you need
ECE Initial Certificate within 5 years
Progress toward ECE Short Certificate (or equivalent) within two years of receiving Initial Certificate(or within two years of hire if you already have the Initial Certificate)
Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
Food Handler’s PermitFirst Aid/CPR CertificationChild Care BasicsECE Initial CertificateECE Short Certificate
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Now Hiring: Before & After School Teacher
Martha & Mary Kids – Split Shift During the School Year
Do you love working with kids, creating meaningful learning moments, and being part of a warm, supportive team? Join us at Martha & Mary Kids as a Full-Time Teacher for our Before & After School Program!
This role is a perfect fit for someone who enjoys creativity, connection, and consistency — with a split shift schedule during the school year (mornings & afternoons) that still leaves mid-day free.
Wage: $20.00/hr. - $24.32/hr. based off experience
What You’ll Do
As a Before & After School Teacher, you’ll help create a safe, engaging, and joyful environment where kids can learn, play, and grow. You will:
Support a program that meets the emotional, physical, intellectual, and social needs of each child
Interact, connect, and encourage children to participate in daily activities
Prepare a warm, clean, and welcoming classroom environment
Plan weekly curriculum-based lesson plans with your supervisor
Provide opportunities for assistants and team members to contribute ideas
Help supervise, train, and support staff to build a positive, cohesive team
Communicate with families in a friendly, professional manner
Observe and document important child behaviors and milestones
Model and teach positive behavior-guidance techniques
Attend staff meetings and participate in ongoing professional development
Maintain program materials, supplies, and classroom readiness
What You Bring
Must be 18 years or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of experience working with young children
Ability to obtain:Food Handler’s Permit
First Aid/CPR Certification
Child Care Basics within 3 months of hire
Ability to pass the Washington State DCYF Background Check
ECE Requirements:ECE Initial Certificate within 5 years
Progress toward ECE Short Certificate (or equivalent) within two years of receiving Initial Certificate
(or within two years of hire if you already have the Initial Certificate)
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At Martha & Mary Kids, you’re not just supervising children — you’re helping shape their confidence, creativity, and curiosity. We believe in collaboration, compassion, teamwork, and giving both staff and children the tools to thrive.
You’ll join a caring community with dedicated staff, supportive leaders, and opportunities for growth as you continue in your early childhood career.
Benefits:
Martha & Mary offers fair wages, competitive benefits and supportive work environments, where we become friends and family. We invite you to apply and become a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers. The following benefits/compensation are offered at Martha & Mary.
Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued at varying rates depending on length of employment. Accrual rates begin at 5.32 hours per month based on a 40-hour workweek. These accruals include the required sick leave per Washington State’s Paid Sick Leave Law
40% discount on child care services while working
Comprehensive benefit package after 60 days to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options for full time employees.
Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan is available immediately upon hire
6 Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance and Counseling for life’s challenges outside of the workplace
Cell phone, Health Club and Auto service discounts
And much more
Martha & Mary employee benefits and wages offered are reviewed annually and are intended to be fair, beneficial and competitive in today’s market whether just entering our workforce or nearing retirement. Benefit offerings are based on employment status. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change.
Martha & Mary is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background and reference checks.