Early Childhood Teacher

Providence · Seattle, WA · 2 mo ago

On-siteEducation$21.3–$30.31/hrFull-time

Providence is seeking a full-time Teacher to join our team of compassionate, reliable, and open-hearted early childhood educators at Providence Mount St. Vincent’s Intergenerational Learning Center (ILC). We are a play-based and social/emotional-focused program that prioritizes relationships. Our award-winning, internationally recognized program offers childcare within a skilled nursing facility, creating opportunities for people of all ages to learn, grow, and understand one another.

About the Role

In this position, you will be responsible for the overall care of children in the Intergenerational Learning Center, including planning and implementing stimulating indoor and outdoor daily activities. You will also facilitate intergenerational activities and nurturing interactions between elderly residents and children, using approved interactive strategies such as active listening, problem-solving through negotiation, and encouraging children’s independent thinking.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement engaging indoor and outdoor daily activities for children.
Develop and facilitate intergenerational activities between children and elderly residents.
Use approved interactive strategies, including active listening and problem-solving techniques.
Nurture relationships and encourage children’s cognitive and emotional development.

Requirements

Within 30 days of hire: Obtain a STARs Basic Child Care Center Certificate or equivalent as determined by the program manager.
Upon hire: Register in the Washington STARS Registry for early childhood personnel.
Upon hire: Apply for a Portable Background Check through the WA State DCYF MERIT system prior to the first day of work.
2 years of experience working with children ages birth to 5 years.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

Completion of a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or at least 12 Early Childhood Education (ECE) related credits.
Associate’s Degree in ECE or Child Development, or an Associate’s Degree in another field with at least 12 ECE-related credits.
Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or Child Development, or a Bachelor’s Degree in another field with at least 12 ECE-related credits.

Benefits

Exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits at little or no cost, beginning on your first day.
Paid, in-house training in Food Handlers, CPR, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogens.
Generous accrued paid time off (vacation, holiday, sick).
Recently expanded tuition reimbursement and federal student loan forgiveness programs.
401(k) plan with employer matching and complementary retirement planning.
Competitive pay rates based on experience and education.
Wellness and mental health assistance programs.
Life and disability insurance.
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.30 - $30.31 per hour. The successful candidate’s placement on the wage range will be determined based on relevant experience and other applicable factors. Additional compensation may be available, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement savings with employer matching, health care benefits, life and disability insurance, time off benefits, and voluntary benefits. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Schedule

This is a full-time, variable-shift position.