ECEAP Early Childhood Program Specialist 3, Lead Teacher – Anacortes

Skagit Valley College•ECEAP Anacortes, WA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

ECEAP is a state-funded program serving vulnerable children and families experiencing homelessness, poverty, involvement in the foster or child protective systems, or other family stressors. ECEAP classrooms are inclusive and do not expel or exclude children due to behavioral issues, disabilities, or special needs. The Lead Teacher position will provide a healthy and safe inclusive classroom and contribute to the educational learning experience in accordance with Performance Standards and SVC ECEAP Policy and Procedures. This staff position will work with the classroom team, all coordinators, parents, and school district staff to provide all aspects of child and classroom routines and activities. These positions will work under the general direction of the ECEAP Education Coordinator while engaging in innovative practices and approaches that center on the children that ECEAP serves. This is a classified, benefits-eligible position working 9.5 months per year, 36 hours per week. All positions work in person at their assigned center. The center for this position is the Anacortes Site, located at 2210 H Ave., Anacortes, WA 98221. Travel to other locations will be required for some pre-scheduled meetings and trainings. This position is grant-funded, and its continuation is dependent on funding.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in ECE or related field with ECE credits equivalent to the WA State ECE certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience in an early learning classroom setting equal to three (3) years
Fluency in English orally and written
Prior to employment, the candidate must pass a criminal background check
If hired you will be required to provide proof that you are either 1) a U.S. citizen, or 2) an immigrant whose status permits you to lawfully work in this country
A MERIT background check including fingerprints through the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)
Proof of immunization for measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination OR proof of immunity from measles
Within 30 days of hire, have or obtain the following: an initial health examination indicating freedom from communicable diseases; proof of a Tuberculosis (TB) test taken within 12 months prior to the initial employment date; CPR/First Aid card; a current Food Handlers permit
Candidates who do not meet the minimum educational requirement must successfully complete a Professional Development Plan to attain the educational requirement in accordance with the timeline outlined in the plan
Meet all federally mandated requirements related to the Head Start program, including but not limited to continuing educational requirements and all Washington State laws and College policies related to the Head Start program and SVC employment
Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted
Membership in the WPEA within thirty (30) calendar days of appointment at this classification is a requisite for employment at Skagit Valley College under union shop requirements

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in ECE or related field with ECE credits equivalent to the WA State ECE certificate
Bachelor's Degree in ECE or related field with ECE credits equivalent to the WA State ECE certificate
Experience working with children with an Individual Educational Plan (IEP)
Bilingual English and Spanish orally and written

Responsibilities

Direct classroom activities and routines
Provide continuous active supervision as established in the site’s Active Supervision Plan
Welcome children, parents, and all visitors to the classroom
Ensure safe release of children according to policy regulations
Conduct playground safety checks
Engage children and facilitate play to support developmental goals set with parents and the classroom team and align with the program’s ongoing assessment
Ensure embedded strategies and practices planned are implemented throughout the day
Use positive and strengths-based language with children
Interact with parents and staff in a positive and professional manner
Work collaboratively with any school district or other therapist or community partners to create and implement plans for IEP goal support
Lead the children and staff through the daily schedule and provide direction, as needed, including to interns, volunteers, and substitute teachers
Provide daily meal routines for children, including helping to distribute and serve meals, sitting at the table to model appropriate mealtime behaviors, and having social conversations that build connection and provide language modeling
Assist children with toileting needs, including changing diapers
Provide daily health checks for children upon arrival
May empty garbage cans and clean bathrooms as well as classroom furnishings
Clean and sanitize assigned areas, surfaces, and materials
Administer first aid and handle medical emergencies as they arise
Administer prescribed or approved non-prescribed medications following Individual Care Plans
Plan and set up an organized, nurturing, and safe classroom that is developmentally appropriate
Plan embedded strategies and practices for classroom routines and activities to support all children’s progress toward goals, including children with IEP goals, and dual language learners
Plan for and engage parents, interns, volunteers, and visitors to participate in classroom activities
Mentor interns and team members in partnership with the education coordinator and coach
Be prepared to support various tasks within the site, including food services and other operational services as needed
Lead classroom planning session with the classroom teaching team, using program curriculum and current child data
Document planning and individualization of children using Smart Teach
Document attendance and meal service
Participate in site team meetings and child/family staffing
Plan and provide direction to the teaching team for the ongoing collection of observational data related to GOLD assessment
Complete developmental and/or behavioral screenings within the required timeline
Document child information, including observational data, into GOLD online and individualization in ELMS
Provide three (3) educational visits for each family
Complete annual requirements, including modules for Blood Borne Pathogens, CPS, Active Supervision, and CACFP/Health, sign staff Acknowledgement forms, which include Attendance and Punctuality, Confidentiality Statement, Code of Conduct & Ethical Standards
Engage in program trainings, coaching, and other professional development activities to enhance job skills and knowledge, completing at a minimum, a required 20 hours of classroom-related trainings each year
Maintain reliability in the program assessment tool
Maintain good attendance in order to optimize child outcomes
Complete ongoing job-related program/personal documentation in an accurate and timely manner, including ctcLink time reporting, program surveys, etc.
Participate in program committees, as desired
Backfill to support the site’s operational needs
Special projects
Participate in all services/training