ELC Teacher I (Lead) - Preschool Room

MultiCare Health System•Yakima, WA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The ELC Teacher I plans and implements activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children. Oversees Teacher Assistants and ensure the highest quality early learning environment.

Requirements

Completion of 30-Hour STARS Basic courses within 6 months of hire required.
Child Abuse and Safe Sleep courses required within 6 months of hire.
Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education required.
Washington State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Short Certificate of Specialization may be accepted in lieu of degree.
1 year of experience working with children required.
CPR/First Aid certification required.
Washington State (DOH) Food Handler’s card required.
Negative annual TB Test required.
BBP/HIV training required.
Able to successfully pass a Washington State Childcare Licensing background check required.
Photo ID required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an early learning environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Creates and maintains a healthy, safe, attractive and positive environment for children ensuring children are well supervised at all times.
Understands and complies with Department of Child, Youth and Family Services Standards.
Serves snacks and lunch according to USDA guidelines.
Assists children with diapering, hand washing, feeding, clean-up and any other needs they may have.
Responds productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
Provides weekly and monthly lesson plans including culturally appropriate programs and activities.
Consistently uses positive guidance techniques to help children learn and grow.
Cooperatively plans and implements learning programs with other staff members.
Participates in ongoing training and regular staff meetings.
Establishes education program standards and integrated process for ongoing quality assurance.
Participates in the evaluation and ongoing assessment of children.
Acts as a resource and consultant to help facilitate communication among service providers and coordinate family services to prevent duplication and to identify service gaps.
Maintains an appropriate level of responsibility for updating job-related knowledge and skills level including applicable Joint Commission and Department of Child, Youth and Family Services requirements.