Summary

Under the direct supervision of the lead teacher, the assistant teacher works in collaboration
with the other classroom teachers to provide quality early childhood education to the children in
his/her classroom. The teacher also works with and provides support to families. Functions include
teamwork, providing a safe and developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom environment,
assessments, and creating positive relationships with children and families.

Duties

Support for the planning and execution of appropriate early childhood experiences that align
with the curriculum plan of BELC
Help children learn in a manner consistent with a play-based curriculum, developmentally
appropriate practices, and incorporate an emergent curriculum whenever possible
Demonstrates and models an effective use of language. Is thoughtful in use of open ended
questions and scaffolding comments. Helps children to think creatively, to solve problems
independently, and to respect themselves and other.
Create and maintain an enriched learning environment that is orderly in its appearance, safe
and provides learning opportunities for all children
Promote children's healthy eating, resting, and hygiene habits; support children's self-regulation
in these areas
Demonstrates effective classroom management techniques using the principles of natural and
logical consequences. Handles discipline issues effectively and in a fair manner. Supervise all
activities to insure the safety of each child at all times, in the center, on the playground, and in
the community.
Manage time efficiently and effectively
Keep up to date on developments in the field of early childhood education
Maintain a clean classroom. IE: wiping down tables in a timely manner, wiping down the
changing table after each diaper change, picking up toys as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18+
• Must be able to pass the DCYF background check
• Be reliable and show up on time to assigned shift
• In accordance with Washington State mandates, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
• Some experience with infant care
• The usual methods of performing the job's daily functions require: lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, sitting and rising from the floor, kneeling and/or crouching, and significant finger dexterity, and the ability to spend approximately 50% of the day walking or standing.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in Early Learning preferred.
Current MERIT/STARS ID
Current CPR/First Aid certification
Washington Food Handler's card

Benefits

• Medical/Dental reimbursement program
• 10 paid vacation days/yr
• 6 paid Holiday days off
• paid Winter Break
• free ECE training/certificates through Clover Park Technical College