Community Colleges Of Spokane - Spokane, WA
posted 25 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Spokane, WA
Educational Services
About the position
The Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood Program Specialist 1) for the Infant/Toddler & Preschool Head Start program at Community Colleges of Spokane plays a vital role in supporting the educational and developmental needs of young children. This position involves assisting in the implementation of the curriculum and daily operations of the classroom under the supervision of the Center Manager and Lead Teacher. The role emphasizes collaboration with families and team members to foster a nurturing environment for children's growth and learning.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparation and implementation of classroom and outside daily routines and activities.
- Assist in the development, implementation, and documentation of an early childhood curriculum.
- Assist in assessing the developmental needs of infants/toddlers and/or preschoolers; track individual progress by recording ongoing assessments and assist with the development of individualized learning opportunities, inclusive of children with disabilities.
- Promote and protect children's health by adhering to Individual Health Plans (IHP) and special diet needs.
- Attend to children's personal needs and model routine care as a component of primary care giving.
- Assist in conducting developmental screenings, providing referrals, and arranging follow-up services.
- Ensure parents are involved in curriculum planning and child observations in the classroom environment.
- Assist with maintaining required documentation, records, and supplies.
- May assist, and/or perform work of the Lead and/or Associate Teacher and guide children for specified periods when the teacher(s) are absent.
- Work effectively as a member of a classroom and direct services team to provide integrated, comprehensive services to children and families.
- Participate in case management, home visits, center conferences and the development and implementation of Children's Individual Plans (CIP) and family transition plans with Direct Service Team.
- Participate in essential meetings and trainings.
- Model professional decorum and mutual respect in all personal interactions.
- Comply with district policies, procedures and directives, state and federal regulations, orders and statutes and collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with young children in a classroom setting.
- Knowledge of early childhood development principles and practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
- Basic computer skills for documentation and communication.
Nice-to-haves
- Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Bilingual skills in English and another language.
- Experience with children with disabilities.
Benefits
- Salary step advancement after 12 months and every 12 months thereafter until the top of the salary range is reached, with approximately a 5% increase in salary for each step.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
