Assistant Teacher
About The Position
Northwest Center is now hiring an Assistant Teacher for our Downtown Seattle School! We are looking for individuals who enjoy coaching and mentoring children, are patient and dedicated to helping students achieve success, and want to make a positive impact in their community. Northwest Center Kids' mission is to provide an inclusive environment where all families receive individual programs of education, advocacy, therapy, and family support that nurtures the development of children with and without disabilities. This role is part of the team leading the education inclusion revolution. The Assistant Teacher will work as part of a dynamic team, supporting Lead Teachers to develop and implement positive, nurturing, and stimulating programs suited for the children's individual developmental needs from birth to five years. The ideal candidate is flexible, adaptable, enthusiastic, and team-oriented. Northwest Center Kids Early Learning believes that when children with and without disabilities learn and play together, all of them reach their full potential. This principle has been a cornerstone since 1965, and Northwest Center introduced inclusive early learning in 1980. Today, Northwest Center Kids Early Learning provides high-quality care and education to children with and without developmental delays or disabilities and challenging behaviors. In our classrooms, all children are welcomed, celebrated, and nurtured so they can learn and thrive together. This position falls under a collective bargaining agreement with the SEIU Local 925 union.
Requirements
- High School diploma
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with one year or more of Early Childhood Education experience will be given preference.
Responsibilities
- Support Lead Teachers to develop and implement positive, nurturing, and stimulating programs suited for the children's individual developmental needs from birth to five years.
Benefits
- Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance
- 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
- 25 Paid Break and Holiday Days Annually
- Parental Leave and Paid Compassion Leave
- Retirement 401(K) with a company match
- Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
- Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
- Company-Provided Orca Card
- Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25 per month
- Student Loan Contribution Program - $50 per month
- Pet Insurance Discount Program
- Eligible to receive scholarships for a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education
- Guaranteed Bi-Annual Wage Increases at union ratification adjustments and individual work anniversary raises
- Monthly reflective practice with a licensed therapist
- Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program
- Tuition discount at NWC Early Learning Schools after one year of employment
- Paid Professional development and continued education - $350 per year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
