Teaching Assistant

KINDERING CENTER•Bellevue, WA

1d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Kindering is seeking a Teaching Assistant to develop, coordinate, and implement classroom support as part of early childhood preschool education for enrolled children. The role supports children’s development and learning through parent coaching, groups, and direct support. The successful candidate will be effective in working with parents and families from a range of cultural backgrounds and demonstrate a commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. The Teaching Assistant supports classroom routines and activities, children’s learning and behavior, and classroom safety and cleanliness. The role also assists with classroom preparation, supplies, administrative tasks, kitchen duties, and laundry, and collaborates with educators, therapists, and other departments. The position is based at Kindering Bellevue in Bellevue, Washington, and is open to full-time or part-time candidates. The posting describes it as a 40-hour-per-week position and notes that full-time employees receive comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

High school graduate; an associate or bachelor’s degree is listed, with college graduate preferred.
Related work experience.
Demonstrated skill in word processing and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Professional interpersonal skills in person and over the phone.
Pass Washington State DSHS criminal history and background checks and an FBI fingerprint check.
Maintain confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies.
Have access to a dependable personal vehicle, a valid Washington State driver’s license, and valid automobile insurance.
Be able to lift 40 pounds.
Pass a tuberculosis test and provide documentation of a negative result.
Be CPR/First Aid certified or willing to become certified.
Provide proof of current immunizations, including COVID-19 and MMR, or submit a titer test demonstrating immunity.
Meet Kindering’s vaccination requirements for employees supervising and providing in-person services to children; the posting states that exceptions cannot be accommodated for these employees.

Nice To Haves

College graduate.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Support all classrooms by learning their routines and schedules and stepping in when a substitute or additional support is needed.
Assist children with scheduled activities and monitor their progress in instructional programs.
Monitor and reinforce appropriate child behavior and safety, and maintain children’s cleanliness.
Assist with classroom setup and cleanup, prepare classroom supplies, maintain and clean toys and equipment, record attendance, and prepare art activities.
Keep the kitchen clean, maintain kitchen supplies, compile shopping lists for snacks, and shop for classroom snacks.
Complete laundry.
Attend monthly department meetings and quarterly all-staff meetings.
Provide support to educators, therapists, and other departments.
Collaborate daily with staff and work as a team member.
Complete other duties as assigned by the Teaching Assistant Manager, Bothell Education Department Manager, and others.

Benefits

Elective time off.
Paid time off.
11 paid holidays per year.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, with a Health Savings Account for qualified individuals.
Company-paid life and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
403(b) plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional development opportunities.
Mimi Siegel Fellowship and Department of Health license reimbursement.