Teacher Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate required within 5 years of hire.
• Previous experience working with children required.
• Valid photo identification card required.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.
• Washington State (DOH) Food Handler’s card required.
• Completion of 30-Hour STARS Basic courses within 6 months of hire, or educational exemption, required.
• Negative TB Test within 12 months at time of hire required.
• Annual BBP/HIV training required.
• Able to successfully submit and pass a Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Childcare Licensing background check required within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists lead teacher in implementing activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children.
• Performs cleaning and sanitizing duties as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Competitive tuition assistance
• Award-winning residencies
• Fellowships
• Career development
• Generous PTO
• Code Lavender
• Employee Assistance Programs