Assistant Teacher

PUGET SOUND EDUCATIONAL SVC; Renton (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational service district dedicated to nurturing young minds. As part of a dynamic team of educators, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of children through high-quality early childhood education. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, while implementing best practices in early learning. You will engage with families, support child development, and contribute to a culture of excellence and equity. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and fostering a love for learning, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Participation in Washington State Retirement System

Tax Sheltered Annuity Plan

Subsidized ORCA card

Free parking

Electric car charging stations

Qualifications

• AA or higher in ECE or related field with teaching experience required.
• Experience in childcare center or preschool program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching teams to provide integrated curriculum.
• Support growth and development of preschool-age children.

Skills

Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Teaching Certificate

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Experience with diverse backgrounds

Education

AA or higher in ECE

Washington State Teaching Certificate

Related field degree with ECE credits

Job description

Puget Sound Educational Service District seeks highly qualified Union Teachers to join our team of educators and work in strong collaborative partnership with the classroom teaching teams. Job duties include collaboration with the teaching teams, providing developmentally appropriate integrated curriculum that meets the needs of the classroom community.

At Educare, you will join a community of learners focused on providing high quality care and early childhood education, while working closely with families to support the growth and development of their children. Educare is a research-based early learning program implementing best and most promising new practices. We hold high expectations for achieving child and family goals and offer reflective practices so that teachers reach and sustain those goals. We are part of a support system that enables personal and professional growth within an intentional culture of inclusion and diversity. We encourage you to join us in achieving a vision of excellence, innovation, creativity, and equity for the children and families we serve.

PSESD is one of nine regional educational agencies serving school districts and state approved charter and private schools in Washington. Serving over 39% of Washington’s K-12 public school students, our agency provides critical services designed to ensure that our students are ready to enter school, achieve at high levels in the K-12 system, and succeed in postsecondary endeavors. We are committed to becoming an Antiracist Multicultural Organization driven by equity in education. To learn more about PSESD, visit www.psesd.org/about-psesd.

Early Learning Program Hiring Requirements

1. Portable Background Check: All Early Learning Program hires must have a cleared PSESD fingerprint background check (Washington State Patrol and FBI clearance) and a cleared Portable Background Check (PBC) before their hire date, and every three (3) years thereafter as a condition of continued employment. Applicants without a current PBC should consider completing a PBC during the application phase. Please click here for instructions, and please click here to start the process.
2. Required Health Documentation to be completed within 30 days of official start date for all Early Learning staff, including:
   1. Completed Medical Release Form
   2. Tuberculosis clearance (if not included on Medical Release Form)
   3. MMR vaccine documentation (if not included on Medical Release Form)

Minimum Qualifications:

1. AA or Higher in ECE, with experience teaching preschool-age children; OR
   Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with endorsement in ECE (PreK-grade 3) or Early Childhood Special Education; OR
   AA or higher degree in a related field with 20 credits in ECE and 9 months experience in preschool classroom
2. Early childhood experience in a childcare center, child development center, or preschool program

Teacher Preschool - Minimum Qualifications

1. AA or Higher in ECE, with experience teaching preschool-age children; OR
   Current Washington State Teaching Certificate with endorsement in ECE (PreK-grade 3) or Early Childhood Special Education; OR
   AA or higher degree in a related field with 20 credits in ECE and 9 months experience in preschool classroom
2. Early childhood experience in a childcare center, child development center, or preschool program

Teacher, Infant/Toddler - Minimum Qualifications

1. AA or higher in a related field with Infant toddler coursework and 12 months experience with children 0-5; OR
   a current Infant/Toddler CDA and 12 months experience working with children 0-5; OR
   a current Preschool CDA credential from the Council for Professional Recognition with infant/toddler coursework and 12 months experience with children 0-5 years; OR
   an ECE initial certificate with infant/toddler coursework and 12 months experience with children 0-5
2. Early childhood experience in a childcare center, child development center, or preschool program

Assistant Teacher - Preschool - Minimum Qualifications

1. Child Development Associate (CDA) or Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate, or the ability to obtain a CDA or Initial Certificate within two years of date of hire
2. Early childhood experience in a childcare center, child development center, or preschool program

Assistant Teacher, Infant Toddler - Minimum Qualifications

1. Washington State ECE Initial Certification, Short Certification of Specialization; OR Current CDA (any focus)
2. Early childhood experience in a childcare center, child development center, or preschool program

Preferred Qualifications:

Teacher Preschool - Preferred Qualifications

1. Early Head Start, Head Start, or other comprehensive child development/family support program experience
2. Experience working with children birth to 5 who are from diverse backgrounds

Teacher Infant/Toddler - Preferred Qualifications

1. Early Head Start, Head Start, or other comprehensive child development/family support program experience
2. Experience working with children birth to 5 who are from diverse backgrounds

Assistant Teacher - Preferred Qualifications

1. Head Start, Early Head Start, or other comprehensive child development/family support program experience
2. Experience with diverse and/or low-income populations
3. Current or former Head Start and/or ECEAP parent

Assistant Teacher Infant/Toddler - Preferred Qualifications

1. Early Head Start, Head Start, or other comprehensive child development/family support program experience
2. Experience working with children birth to 5 who are from diverse backgrounds

Applicants are required to include the following attachments within the online application in order to be considered:

1. Cover Letter: Clearly reflect how you meet the minimum qualifications (and preferred qualifications if applicable).
2. Resume: Provide complete chronological resume including all work history along with dates of employment (month and year) and job responsibilities, education, and certifications.
   1. Please note that salary placements for selected candidates will be based on related experience detailed in the resume provided via the application process
   2. Additional Documents: In some cases, additional documents may be required and will be specified in the job opening announcement/advertisement.

Location: Educare Learning Center
Job Type: Full-time
Hiring Salary Range: $20.55 - $32.20 (PSA Salary Band 1a & III)
Full Salary Range: $20.55 - $35.54 (PSA Salary Band 1a & III)
Department: Learning, Teaching, and Family Support - Early Learning

We attract, retain, and motivate exceptional people with an equitable and competitive compensation package. Salary offers consider candidate qualifications and relevant experience. New hires at Puget Sound ESD start employment on or around the 1st and 15th of each month. For awareness and planning purposes, linked here are the dates through August, 2025.

1. Participation in Washington State Department of Retirement System
2. Tax Sheltered Annuity Plan
3. Subsidized ORCA card, free parking, and electric car charging stations (Renton office)

Open until filled; for best consideration, submit complete application by 10/27/2024. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for 11/5/2024.

To apply for a specific open position, you must be a registered applicant in the PSESD - School Jobs and apply specifically for each position for which you wish to be considered.

PSESD is committed to having a diverse workforce and encourages all candidates meeting the minimum qualifications to apply.
800 Oakesdale Avenue SW Renton, WA 98057 | www.psesd.org/careers