Description

The Assistant Teacher collaborates with the Lead Teacher in planning and implementation of daily classroom programs for preschoolers. The Assistant Teacher will work in accordance with program standards and work with site team to enhance parent's role as the principal influence on the child's education and development. The selected candidate will bring enthusiasm for helping us build and support a passionate and skilled workforce of diverse professionals who make significant positive impacts on the lives of children, families, and communities. Currently located at our Creekmore Branch in Burien, this position will report to the Early Learning Program Director.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Contributes to the development of communication, mutual respect, mutual support, competence, and creativity among all members of the ECEAP staff.
• In collaboration with other site staff, supports and participates in ongoing recruitment efforts to ensure full enrollment.
• Participates in planning the educational program and assists with the implementation of the daily classroom program, including music, meals, group projects, free choice time, and supervision of students with Lead Teacher.
• Interacts positively with all children to support their individual learning and meets their emotional needs.
• Works with Lead Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom program.
• Collaborates with site team, families, and family support to plan and conduct family events. Encourages and supports families in working toward goals that they have set for themselves. When working with diverse populations, access interpreters.
• Supports Lead Teacher to plan and carry out educational planning meetings with families.
• Completes daily attendance/meal count and/or snack production record. Assists with recordkeeping on individual children and families as directed by the teacher. Completes written observations of individual children throughout the year.
• Participates with Lead Teacher to develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry.
• Administers standardized screening tools as directed.
• Prepares and serves snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service and joins children at the table for support and conversation.
• Oversees health habits in the classroom (i.e., handwashing, toothbrushing, etc.); administers first aid as needed; checks indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards; works in collaboration with Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed.
• May assume the responsibilities of the Lead Teacher in their absence. Participates with Lead Teacher in recruitment and training of family/community volunteers, as directed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary planning for children and families to include staffings, multidisciplinary teams, individual education plans, and other cross-component coordination efforts.
• Participates in in-service staff trainings, staff meetings, and other education opportunities to gain knowledge and throughout the year.
• Works in collaboration with Lead Teacher, families, and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families before and after school.
• Responsible to keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates.
• Adheres to all Akin policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• The equivalent of 12 college quarter credits* OR,

A current Child Development Associate (CDA) awarded by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition, and have been trained or have equivalent coursework in early childhood development with a focus on infant