Assistant Preschool Teacher FT

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF BENTON AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Optional Medical Insurance

Optional Dental/Vision

401K (pending eligibility requirements

Staff Childcare Discounts

Paid Holidays

Sick time

Vacation time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is seeking an Early Learning Assistant Teacher in Pasco, WA. Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator and Lead Teacher, you will support activities for children birth through 6 years old, promoting safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

This full-time, hourly role offers a starting wage of $17.25 to $20.00 per hour, with a bilingual staff premium of $0.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience with birth to preschool age children.
• Able to stay poised, positive, and energetic in a busy setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement activities addressing physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet varying needs and interests.
• Maintain a healthy, safe classroom environment.
• Keep classroom clean and manage supplies.
• Ensure compliance with Washington State codes and best practices.
• Attend required meetings and trainings to maintain professional competence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ages birth-6

Poised & energetic

Communication skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

State Initial Certificate (preferred)

30-Hour STARS Certificate (Preferred)

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Pasco, WA 99301, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.25 - $20.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Child care, Assistant Preschool Teacher

SUPERVISOR

Early Learning Area Director and Site Coordinator

STATUS

Full time, hourly

STARTING SALARY RANGE

$17.25-$20.00 DOQ/DOE/Hour

$.50/hr additional pay for bi-lingual staff (assessment required)

BENNEFITS

• Optional Medical Insurance
• Optional Dental/Vision
• 4o1K (pending eligibility requirements)
• Staff Childcare Discounts
• Paid Holidays
• Sick and Vacation time

Organization Description

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is committed to empowering all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Consistent with our values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, and Passion for Youth; we provide a broad range of programs and activities focused on our priority outcomes of Academic Success, Healthy Lifestyles, and Good Character and Citizenship. Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties began in 1995 and now serves over 2200 club members each year at multiple club locations. The Club is currently working with community partners to establish additional club sites in underserved communities.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Early Learning Assistant Teacher will support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages birth through 6 years of age. The Assistant Teacher visibly enjoys working with children, strives to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills. The Assistant Teacher fosters positive relationships with children, families, staff and school personnel. The Assistant Teacher should be passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment.

job functions

• Implement activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program. Activities should also be consistent with the organization’s mission and priority outcome areas.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet children’s varying needs and interests.
• Establishes a program setting that ensures the health and safety of members.
• Maintain cleanliness of the classroom and manage program supplies.
• Ensure that Washington State Administrative Codes are being followed, as well as best practices to make certain we are offering the best program possible to our members.
• Attend required meetings and trainings in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience working with ages ranging from birth-preschool 18 years of age or older
• Ability to remain poised, positive, and energetic in a busy work environment
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks and to develop solutions to problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• State Initial Certificate (preferred)
• 30-Hour STARS Certificate (Preferred)
• Tuberculosis Test (Preferred)
• CPR/First Aid Card (Preferred)
• Blood Borne Pathogens Training (Preferred)
• MMR immunization or medical or religious exemption
• Food Handlers Card (Preferred)
• Be able to lift up 40lbs.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.