Assistant Teacher

Akin (formerly Childhaven)•Burien, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Collaborates with the Lead Teacher to provide children enrolled in EHS/HS/ECEAP with a positive learning environment and varied experiences that will help them develop in all domains in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development. The Assistant Teacher will work in accordance with program standards and work with site team to enhance parent’s role as the principal influence on the child’s education and development. This position has access to protected healthcare information (PHI) or confidential identifiable information (CII), both paper and electronic, as necessary, to perform related job duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

WashingtonState Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate or higher Or current ChildDevelopment Associate (CDA)awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition
Proof of physical exam within past 12 months (updated every three years)
One-step Mantoux TB skin test prior to start of employment, unless has written proof of a negative test within past 12 months. For those who have previously tested positive, documented proof of treatment from a doctor or a negative chest x-ray must be provided
Proof of MMR vaccine or positive MMR titer
Completion of Akin and DCYF criminal history background check, including registry with MERIT to include fingerprinting.
CPR and PEdiatric First Aid certification (Required within 30 days of hire)
HIV/AIDS and Bloodborne Pathogen training (Required within 30 days of hire)
Food Handler's Permit (Required within 30 days of hire)
Other assigned trainings (Required within 30 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

Language skills: Spanish, Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Somali

Responsibilities

Contributes to the development of communication, mutual respect, mutual support, competence, and creativity among all members of the staff
Ability to establish positive goal-oriented relationships with children, staff and families
Participates in planning the curriculum, and assists with the implementation of the daily classroom program, including music, meals, group projects, free choice time, and supervision of students with Lead Teacher
Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and meets their emotional needs
Works with Lead Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned curriculum activities
Collaborates with site team, families, and family support to plan and conduct family events. Encourages and supports families in working toward goals that they have set for themselves. When working with diverse populations, access interpreters
Supports Lead Teacher to plan and carry out educational planning meetings with families
Completes daily attendance/meal count and/or snack production record. Assists with recordkeeping on individual children and families as directed by the teacher. Completes written observations of individual children throughout the year
Participates with Lead Teacher to develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry
Administers standardized screening tools following program requirements
Prepares and serves snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service and joins children at the table for support and conversation
Oversees health habits in the classroom (i.e., handwashing, toothbrushing, etc.); administers first aid as needed; checks indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards; works in collaboration with Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed
May assume the responsibilities of the Lead Teacher in their absence. Participates with Lead Teacher in recruitment and training of family/community volunteers, as directed
Participates in interdisciplinary planning for children and families to include staffing, multidisciplinary teams, individual education plans, and other cross-component coordination efforts
Participates in in-service staff trainings, staff meetings, and other educational opportunities to gain knowledge and skills throughout the year including but not limited to annual required STARS trainings.
Participates in center’s family activities and events: assists in set-up and clean-up, welcomes and engages with families, and other event duties. These events may be after hours, and participation is required
Works in collaboration with Lead Teacher, families, and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families
Responsible to keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates
Adheres to all Akin policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned