Early Childhood Program Specialist 1 – Parent Child Center (50%) (C)
About The Position
The Parent Child Center (PCC) is the home of Shoreline's youngest learners. The Parent Child Center is a licensed childcare facility and early-learning lab located on the campus of Shoreline Community College. We participate in '1 State's Early Achievers program and serve Shoreline Community College students, employees and community members. Tuition assistance and on-the-job training is available. Under the direct supervision of the Parent Child Center Director, this position serves as an Assistant Teacher and performs entry level early childhood classroom duties. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in entering the early childhood development field.
Requirements
- High School Diploma OR equivalent education
- Early Childhood Education (12 credits) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
- Current CPR and First Aid training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
- Completion of the Washington State Training and Registration Systems (STARS) Basic training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment (training assistance available through campus)
- Current Food Handlers permit OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
- Current TB test (must have negative test prior to employment)
- Current portable background check
- Blood borne pathogen training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge Of: Best practices in age-appropriate activities and discipline for early childhood age groups
- Knowledge Of: Public health sanitation standards related to diapering, napping, and feeding activities
- Skill In: Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
- Skill In: Communicating effectively with a culturally diverse audience
- Skill In: Maintaining confidentiality and professional/ethical boundaries with families and staff members
- Skill In: Working independently and as part of a team
- Skill In: Maintaining a healthy, safe and welcoming environment both inside and outside of the classroom
Responsibilities
- Preparing and organizing materials used by children for projects
- Monitoring activities such as lunch and nap
- Maintaining a healthy and safe environment
- Keeping accurate daily records
- Assessing the needs of children 0-5 years old
- Serving/cleaning up snacks and meals
- Performing other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned
Benefits
- Tuition assistance
- on-the-job training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
