ECEAP Early Education Teacher

YMCA of Greater Seattle • Bellevue, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Y is seeking a Teacher for its Early Childhood Education Assistance Program (ECEAP) classroom. This role is for someone passionate about providing children and their families with an excellent educational experience in a supportive environment that values contributions and communication skills. The ECEAP Early Education Teacher works alongside the Lead Teacher to implement engaging activities and supervise children, adhering to program and state requirements. This is a full-time position at the Bellevue location, with a flexible shift between 6:45 am and 6:15 pm, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• CDA (Child Development Associate)
• Experience working with children the same age as those to be supervised
• Completion of minimum STARS-required training
• Cleared Portable Background Check in the statewide registry, MERIT
• Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices
• Pre-employment TB tests and MMR vaccination (offered at no cost through Concentra options)
• Must be completed at hire, or earliest possible training (but no later than 60 days after employment) for TB tests and MMR vaccination.
• Must be completed at hire, or during onboarding for position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (i.e., language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Implement culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate activities in accordance with the Youth Development goals of the YMCA.
• Coordinate activities that cater to children's individual developmental needs, enhancing their social, intellectual, and physical growth.
• Supervise a group of children to ensure their health and safety and provide a positive experience.
• Complete individual child observations alongside the Lead Teacher for child assessments.
• Professionally communicate with and maintain positive relationships with families, potentially participating in conferences.
• Keep family communication sheets up to date, including daily records of activities, meals, and family information notes.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergency procedures.
• Provide assistance to the Lead Teacher and may fill in during temporary absences.
• Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, cleanliness, and learning environment of the classroom.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings as required.

Benefits

• Individual membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs (25% for part-time staff, 50% for full-time staff)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree