Bilingual Long-Term Substitute ECEAP Lead Teacher

Community-Minded EnterprisesSpokane, WA
$24 - $25Onsite

About The Position

Community-Minded Enterprises (CME) is seeking a Bilingual Long-Term substitute Lead Teacher for our Level 5 multi-lingual ECEAP site located in Central Spokane. If you believe every child deserves a strong start, enjoy creating engaging learning environments, and value partnering with families, we'd love to hear from you. As an ECEAP Lead Teacher, you'll lead a classroom that fosters curiosity, confidence, and school readiness while supporting children and families through a trauma-informed, relationship-based approach. You'll work alongside a dedicated classroom team to deliver high-quality early childhood education that meets Washington ECEAP standards and helps children thrive.

Requirements

  • Associate degree or higher with at least 30 college credits in Early Childhood Education.
  • Minimum of one year of teaching experience.
  • Current Child & Adult CPR/First Aid certification (hands-on)
  • Washington State Food Worker Card
  • Annual Bloodborne Pathogens training
  • Valid driver's license and current auto insurance
  • MERIT Portable Background Check
  • Current TB clearance
  • Documentation of MMR immunization

Nice To Haves

  • ECEAP experience preferred.
  • Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD, Creative Curriculum, ELMS, MERIT, and ASQ screening tools.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor classroom staff.
  • Experience working with children impacted by trauma, developmental delays, IEPs, or diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily classroom operations in compliance with ECEAP Performance Standards, Washington Administrative Code (WAC), and licensing requirements.
  • Create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using Creative Curriculum.
  • Document children's growth through Teaching Strategies GOLD observations and assessments.
  • Complete developmental screenings using ASQ-3 and ASQ-SE and collaborate with families and specialists when additional supports are needed.
  • Foster children's social-emotional development using Conscious Discipline practices.
  • Build meaningful partnerships with families through conferences, home visits, classroom involvement, and family engagement activities.
  • Coach and support Assistant Teachers, Classroom Aides, and classroom volunteers.
  • Create an inclusive classroom environment that reflects the cultures, strengths, and identities of the children and families served.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with ECEAP, Early Achievers, USDA, and organizational requirements.
  • Participate in Early Achievers coaching, professional development, and continuous quality improvement activities.

Benefits

  • health insurance
  • dental insurance
  • life insurance
  • retirement plans
  • paid time off
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