Preschool Early Childhood Education Teacher

EOCFWA • Long Beach, WA

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About The Position

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) supports children and families through developmentally appropriate early learning programs. The Early Childhood Education Teacher creates and implements developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children enrolled in the program, engaging young children through active play in a collaborative environment.

The starting wage and maximum budgeted wage are $21.94–$22.93 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. A training plan may be considered depending on qualifications. Interviews will begin as soon as a qualified pool of applicants is received. EOCF is an EEOC-compliant employer.

Requirements

• Associate degree in early childhood education or child development, or an associate degree in a related field with 30 quarter or 20 semester credits in early childhood education-related courses.
• Proficiency with technology for maintaining accurate records, completing documentation, and meeting reporting requirements.
• Ability to apply a team approach to resolving problems or conflicts.
• Ability to adapt to new systems, software, and digital tools used in early learning environments.
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to receive information and feedback in an understanding manner.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including regular crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor to assist and engage with children.

Nice To Haves

• One year of paid or formal volunteer/internship experience with groups of children ages 3–5 in an early childhood setting.
• Bilingual ability is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of child development and early childhood education to plan and implement curriculum.
• Observe and assess children on the teacher’s caseload and set individualized goals.
• Understand and implement current early childhood education best practices.
• Prepare the classroom environment to meet each child’s educational needs.
• Track each child’s progress and incorporate the information into the curriculum.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Maintain accurate records, complete documentation, and meet reporting requirements.
• Attend appropriate staff meetings and assigned out-of-town training sessions.
• Monitor children’s safe play and provide supervision in an outdoor playground setting.

What This Job Offers

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