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Volunteers Of America Western Washington

Assistant Teacher

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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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Assistant Teacher Volunteers Of America Western Washington - 3.3 Monroe, WA Job Details Full-time $20.66 - $22.83 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications CPR Certification First Aid Certification Food Handler Certification Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)
Full Job Description About VOAWW:
Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non-profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives that allow us to better serve and uplift our community - and each other. Benefits (Full time)
Vacation and Sick Time:
Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hours Competitive compensation
Holidays:
8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidays Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent care Free Employee Assistance program 403(b) Retirement Plan matching Professional Development opportunities
General Function:
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes the growth and development of preschool children. This position assists with classroom instruction, child supervision, family engagement, documentation, and daily program operations while maintaining compliance with ECEAP performance standards and agency requirements. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with staff and families to support positive child outcomes and the overall success of the program.
Principal Activities:
The Assistant Teacher assists in the following areas: Supervises and interacts with children to extend their learning. Facilitates small group activities. Models appropriate and professional practice aligned with ECEAP performance standards. Assists with record keeping related to attendance, meal counts, parent contact hours, accidents, illnesses, and emergency drills. Records child observations and assists with child assessments as needed. Participates in home visits and parent-teacher conferences when appropriate. Plans, implements, and attends parent/family events, activities, and meetings. Actively participates in all site-based, county, and agency meetings and in-service trainings. Performs classroom and program housekeeping tasks. Translates written and verbal information to children, parents and staff when applicable. Enriches the cultural relevance of the indoor and outdoor learning environments. Performs other tasks as directed #voaww1
Qualifications:
All persons serving in the role of ECEAP Assistant Teacher must meet one of the following qualifications, or begin and complete a Professional Development Plan (PDP): Equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education. DCYF Equivalent Completion of Child Care Basics Training or equivalency Competency in reading and speaking Spanish may be beneficial at some sites. All employees are required to obtain the following within 30 days of employment or prior to first workday, whichever comes sooner: A current Infant, Child, and Adult First Aid/CPR Certification HIV/AIDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens Training Washington State Patrol/MERIT Background Check Hepatitis B Vaccination (optional) TB Test MMR Immunization or Immunity Proof Food Handler's Card Physical Requirements Read, speak, stand, walk sit, and use a computer keyboard and monitor. hear well enough to communicate with co-workers, children, parents, and volunteers. reach above head, bend to the floor, and perform repetitive movements. transfer up to 50 lbs. with help. have sufficient finger dexterity to open containers, buttons, and zippers. This position may be exposed to bodily fluids, infections, and odors.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment-related decisions are made without consideration of individuals' race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.