Early Learning Center Assistant Teacher

Qualifications

• You are at least 18 years old and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• You have at least one year of experience working in an Early Learning setting.
• Have or are willing to obtain an Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate.
• You enjoy working with children and diverse populations.
• You are able to lead a large group using behavior management skills.
• You have or commit to obtaining CPR, Basic First Aid, Food Handlers, TB test, Child Care Basic STARS, proof of MMR vaccine, and a Merit account.
• Able up to lift 50 lbs. and move quickly to engage with the children.
• You are able to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on your first day, and other online and in-person training as required.
• Must be able to pass Background and Reference checks (in accordance with the WA State Fair Chance Act).
• You are committed to valuing and promoting diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Able and willing to complete online Child Abuse Prevention training on first day, and other online and in-person training as required

Essential Functions

• Support and participate in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment.
• Participate in planning the educational programs curriculum, and assist with the implementation of the daily classroom curriculum.
• Prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom curriculum.
• Plan and carry out educational planning meetings with families.
• Complete daily attendance/meal count and/or snack production record.
• Assist with record keeping on individual children and families as directed by Early Learning Center Director.
• Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year. Develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry.
• Prepare and serve snacks and meals; participate in and facilitate mealtime service and join children at the table for support and conversation.