ECEAP Assistant Teacher

Assist the lead teacher in providing quality, comprehensive child development services to preschool children and their families, and encourage parental involvement in educational planning, goal setting, and center activities. This position is eight hours per day, Monday - Friday following the typical school calendar and is housed in Republic School District.

Responsibilities

• Act as a support and resource person for families to assist the teacher in case managing specific needs, advocating for parents, and encouraging parent involvement in the program.
• Attend meetings and workshops (e.g., in-service, staffing, training, parent meetings) to convey and gather required information and maintain professional knowledge.
• Maintain classroom equipment, supplies, student records (e.g., instructional materials, meal counts, attendance, fire safety checklist) to ensure availability, reliability, and a safe, sanitary environment.
• Monitor students in various educational settings (e.g., classroom, playground, field trips, nap times) to provide a safe and positive learning environment.
• Provide set-up and service of meals and snacks to meet the nutritional needs of students.
• Perform related duties as assigned, which may not be specifically listed but fall within the general occupational series and responsibility level.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• The equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in Early Childhood or a current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition (preferred).
• Must complete mandatory training provided by NEWESD 101.
• Complete a minimum of 15 hours of in-service professional development per calendar year (e.g., STARS or other job-related workshops, classes, or job-embedded professional learning).
• Maintain a current pediatric CPR/first aid certificate (at employee’s expense).
• Maintain a current Washington State Department of Health Food Worker Card (at employee’s expense).
• Valid driver's license, required auto insurance, and reliable personal transportation.
• Provide proof of Mantoux Tuberculosis (TB) testing, treatment, or immunity pursuant to WAC 110-300-0105(3).
• Provide proof of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunization or proof of immunity in accordance with RCW 43.216.690.
• Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) portable background check clearance (no cost).
• WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance (if needed, at employee's expense).

Skills

• Perform multiple, non-technical tasks with occasional need to upgrade skills.
• Apply pertinent policies, regulations, and laws.
• Plan and manage activities, prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Operate standard office equipment, including software applications.
• Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios.
• Read manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and present information to others.
• Understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and laws; age-appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; community resources; and stages of child development.
• Schedule activities, collate data, and use basic job-related equipment.
• Work with others in varied circumstances, handle frequent interruptions, and work as part of a team.
• Adapt to changing work priorities, maintain confidentiality, and ensure regular, reliable attendance.
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups.

Benefits

• Eligibility for SEBB health benefits if working at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31), including:
  • Optional medical insurance with monthly out-of-pocket costs; option to cover family/dependents.
  • Mandatory, free dental insurance for employee and family/dependents.
  • Mandatory, free vision insurance for employee and family/dependents.
  • Mandatory, free basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance ($35,000 policy); option to purchase additional coverage.
  • Mandatory, free basic long-term disability insurance; option to purchase additional coverage.
• Option to enroll in a flexible spending account.
• Mandatory participation in School Employees Retirement System if position meets eligibility criteria.
• Option to contribute to a deferred compensation account (457 plan) or tax-sheltered annuity (403(b) plan).
• Additional benefits (some may be prorated based on work schedule):
  • Sick leave
  • Vacation leave (not applicable to non-year-around positions)
  • Bereavement and critical illness leave
  • Jury duty leave
  • Military leave
  • Parental leave
  • Emergency leave
  • Paid holidays, including one personal holiday per year