Assistant Teacher
About Northwest Center Kids
At Northwest Center Kids Early Learning, we believe that when children with and without disabilities learn and play together, all of them reach their full potential. It’s a principle going back to 1965, when our founders fought for the rights of all children to receive an education, and an approach we’ve been perfecting since Northwest Center introduced inclusive early learning in 1980. Today, Northwest Center Kids Early Learning provides high-quality care and education to children with and without developmental delays or disabilities and challenging behaviors. In our classrooms, all children are welcomed, celebrated, and nurtured so they can learn and thrive together.
About the Role
You will work as part of a dynamic team, supporting Lead Teachers to develop and implement positive, nurturing, and stimulating programs suited for the children's individual developmental needs from birth to five years. Our ideal candidate is flexible, adaptable, enthusiastic, and team-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Support Lead Teachers in developing and implementing programs for children from birth to five years
- Assist in creating a positive, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment
- Coach and mentor children to help them achieve success
- Work collaboratively as part of a dynamic teaching team
Requirements
- High School diploma
- Candidates with one year or more of Early Childhood Education experience will be given preference
Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8-hour shift, between the hours of 7 AM - 6 PM
Pay
$23.18 - 29.75 per hour
Benefits
- Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance
- 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
- 25 Paid Break and Holiday Days Annually
- Parental Leave and Paid Compassion Leave
- Retirement 401(K) with a company match
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
- Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
- Company-Provided Orca Card
- Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25 per month
- Student Loan Contribution Program - $50 per month
- Pet Insurance Discount Program
- Eligible to receive scholarships for a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education
- Guaranteed Bi-Annual Wage Increases at union ratification adjustments and individual work anniversary raises
- Monthly reflective practice with a licensed therapist
- Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program
- Tuition discount at NWC Early Learning Schools after one year of employment
- Paid Professional development and continued education - $350 per year