ECEAP Lead Teacher

Educational Service District 123 • Pasco, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Educational Service District 123 is seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple Early Childhood Education and Assistant Program (ECEAP) Lead Teacher positions in Pasco. The Lead Teacher is directly responsible for the overall care and planning for the classroom and individual children, including the learning environment and other staff and volunteers. The Lead Teacher provides children with a positive learning environment and varied experiences that help them develop in all areas in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development. Additional collaboration with the assistant teacher to enhance the parent's role as the principal influence on the child's education and development is a foundational belief of the ECEAP Program.

Requirements

• An associate or higher degree in Washington State Early Childhood Education Certificate ECE; OR DCYF approved equivalent; OR High School Diploma or GED with an ESD 123 approved professional development plan (PDP) granting eligible new hires five (5) years from the date of hire to become fully qualified with (a) or (b) above.
• Cleared portable background check.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to students, parents, staff and volunteers in a diverse environment.
• Ability to adjust to varied situations, demands and new instructional concepts.
• Ability to attend occasional evening meetings or trainings.
• Ability to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.
• MERIT Portable Background Check (cleared before working directly with children)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine or proof of immunity
• Completion of one-step Mantoux tuberculosis (TB) skin test, or treatment in accordance with WAC 110-300-0105(3 ).
• First aid and CPR card within 90 days of hire.
• Food Handler's Permit

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish language preferred, but not required.
• At least 2-3 years of experience working in a preschool classroom or similar setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess children's development.
• Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year.
• Develop an individualized learning plan for each child based on these observations and maintains complete confidential records on each child.
• Administer standardized screening tools on every child within 90 days of school entry.
• Completes re-screens and referrals as necessary.
• Analyze and plan classroom curriculum based on individual children's developmental needs and interests.
• Provide an integrated, child centered, comprehensive curriculum and multicultural environment, which meets the needs of every child, including those with disabilities.
• Plan and develop a daily schedule of classroom routines and activities.
• Prepare and implement lesson plans in accordance with the ECEAP program performance standards.
• Design the learning environment to meet individual and group needs and ensures that it reflects the culture of children, families, staff, and community.
• Implement and supervise developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with children.
• Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.
• Build positive relationships with parents to encourage involvement and engagement in the educational program and their child's education journey.
• Conduct three hours of educational planning meetings annually with each child's family.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom schedule/routine.
• Assist with planning, preparation and serving of snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service, and joins children at the table for support and conversation.
• Administer first aid as needed.
• Check indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards.
• Work in collaboration with Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed.
• Assists with recruitment and training of family/community volunteers to participate in the classroom.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning for children and families to include staffing, multidisciplinary teams, individual education plans and other cross-component coordination efforts.
• Participate in ESD 123 in-service staff trainings, staff meetings, and other education opportunities to continue learning best practice strategies in the field.
• Collaborate with Asst. Teacher, families, and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families. This can include transitions to before and/or after-school care and between ECEAP and Kindergarten.
• Keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable ESD 123 Board policies and procedures and ECEAP Performance Standards.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities to receive on the job training
• Access to full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, and dental insurance. WA DRS SERS retirement plan. Medical reimbursement account, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance etc.)
• Access to the agency's wellness program
• Paid sick leave (10 days per full school year)
• Paid personal leave (up to 2 days per full school year)
• Work a typical school calendar with winter, spring, and summer break off.

What This Job Offers

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