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Edmonds Community College

Head Start Assistant Preschool Teacher

Pay: $37,433/yr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Everett, WA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.

$45,406 / year median in Washington

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Join Edmonds College as a Head Start Assistant Teacher and play a pivotal role in creating a safe, joyful, and inclusive space where preschool children can thrive. Working hand-in-hand with our Lead Teachers in Snohomish County, you will help implement creative, individualized learning experiences for our students. We are seeking a dedicated Head Start Assistant Teacher to build trusting, respectful relationships with children and families from diverse backgrounds.

Head Start Assistant Teacher Benefits:

Annual salary ranging from $30,903 to $40,213.50 (paid semi-monthly September-May). Full state benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options. Tuition waivers for college classes.

Generous paid leave:

9 sick days, 11 scheduled holidays, 1 personal holiday, and 3 personal leave days per year. 12.75 vacation days per year, with progressive increases up to 18.75 days.

Head Start Assistant Teacher Qualifications & Skills:

Enrolled in, or commitment to enroll in during the first year of employment, an ECE program or Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credentialing program. One year of work experience in a preschool classroom. Ability to physically engage in classroom activities, including sitting on the floor, lifting up to 50 lbs on an emergency basis, and moving child-sized furniture. Strong verbal and written English communication skills (multilingual candidates strongly encouraged). Successful completion of a DCYF Portable Background Check.

Head Start Assistant Teacher Responsibilities & Duties:

Actively teach preschool children and prepare curriculum materials under the guidance of the Lead Teacher. Step up to manage classroom operations during the Lead Teacher's daily office hours or absences. Support social-emotional growth using the Pyramid Model Framework and promote program collaboration across classrooms. Record anecdotal observations, conduct screenings, maintain records, and achieve Inter Rater Reliability using Teaching Strategies Gold within year one. Ensure total health, safety, and supervision of children, including handling snack/meal services and daily classroom sanitation.

Pay:

$3,827.00 per month

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person