Assistant Preschool Teacher

Encompass; Carnation (WA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 39,344; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness

EAP

Retirement Plan + Match

Professional Development

Job summary

Encompass is looking for a part-time Assistant Teacher in Carnation, WA. This role focuses on fostering a positive learning environment for children, collaborating with educators and therapists. The ideal candidate will help implement daily activities and build nurturing relationships with children.

Qualifications include a CDA credential (or in progress), strong communication skills, and a flexible attitude. The position offers a unique opportunity to support children’s learning and development in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• A CDA credential (or working towards one) is required.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices is essential.
• Strong communication skills with children, families, and teammates are needed.

Responsibilities

• Help bring daily classroom plans to life.
• Create a welcoming environment and organize activities.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with every child.

Skills

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices

Strong communication skills

Positive and flexible attitude

Job description

Job Details

Location: Carnation, WA 98014
Position Type: Part Time
Job Shift: Day
Position: Assistant Teacher (Part-time, Carnation)

Salary

$21.00 - $28.56 per hour

Benefits

• Wellness
• EAP
• Retirement Plan + Match
• Professional Development

Do Work That Matters

Our classrooms are full of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, with educators working side-by-side with speech, occupational, and mental health therapists to support each child as a whole person.

Desired Qualities

• Helping children of all abilities learn, grow, and shine
• Working on a team that truly collaborates and supports one another
• Being part of a program that helps kids thrive in kindergarten and beyond

The Role

In Partnership with Your Teaching Team

• Help bring daily classroom plans to life—from music and movement to meals, group projects, and free play
• Create a welcoming, organized, and engaging classroom environment
• Pitch in to plan family events and support family goals
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and interdisciplinary collaboration

In the Classroom

• Build positive, nurturing relationships with every child
• Support social-emotional growth and individualized learning
• Help make mealtimes meaningful (yes—family-style meals included!)
• Promote healthy habits like handwashing and toothbrushing
• Observe, document, and support each child’s development
• Step in confidently when the Lead Teacher is away

And Also…

• Keep records up to date
• Support screenings and learning plans
• Help welcome and guide volunteers
• Jump in wherever needed—because teamwork makes the magic happen

Qualifications

• A CDA (Child Development Associate) credential (or working toward one)
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• A positive, flexible, “let’s figure it out” attitude
• Strong communication skills with children, families, and teammates
• Comfort juggling a variety of tasks (and the occasional surprise!)

Prior to Your First Day, You’ll Need

• DCYF Portable Background check
• Be registered in Merit with a Star’s ID #
• TB screening
• Food Handler’s Permit

Within Your First 30 Days, You’ll Need

• First Aid & CPR certification
• Blood Borne Pathogens

Physical Demands

• Lifting, bending, walking, running, playing—you’ll do it all
• Being fully present with children indoors and outdoors
• Using all your senses to keep kids safe and engaged

(Reasonable accommodations are available.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Encompass is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on gender, marital status, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or the presence of a non job related medical condition or handicap.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.