Early Learning Lead Teacher

Paycom - ATS; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer’s

Tuition discounts

Paid leave & CE opportunities

Job summary

King’s Way Christian Schools, a private Christian school in Vancouver, WA, is seeking an experienced early learning educator. You will implement child-centered curricula, collaborate with staff, and maintain safe, nurturing classrooms for children from infancy through preschool years.

The role requires 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication, and the ability to obtain STARS/DCYF MERIT training, CPR/First Aid, and a Washington Food Handler card.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in an early learning environment
• Flexible and willing to step in and help where needed to support the team
• Good communication skills and ability to develop positive working relationships with coworkers, administration, students and parents
• Have completed, or ability to obtain STARS basic training through DCYF MERIT system
• Blood Borne Pathogen training (provided upon hire)
• Current certificate in CPR/First Aid or ability to obtain certification (provided upon hire)
• Current Washington Food Handlers card, or ability to obtain one
• Ability to complete Safe Sleep training provided by DCYF (required for certain classrooms)
• Willingness and ability to obtain an Initial ECE Certificate within 5 years of hire; and a Short ECE Certificate within 2 years of completing the Initial Certificate
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs. and use chemicals (i.e. bleach) for cleaning.
• Pass a DCYF background check in order to supervise children alone

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate child centered curriculum, post lesson plans and class schedules in collaboration with Administration, Office Staff, and colleagues.
• Establish and maintain positive communication with families, children, and staff.
• Supervise, interact, and play with children during assigned times of responsibilities.
• Direct responsibilities of support staff and volunteers to maintain safety, orderliness, and positive learning environment.
• Follow established plans to meet the needs of the individual children with concerns for interests, disabilities, special talents, cultural background and individual styles.
• Prepare materials for lesson plans.
• Provide general housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and picking up toys and materials used in projects.
• Maintain constant attendance count for children in your care and ensure that children are never left unattended.
• Create a developmental portfolio for each child in collaboration with colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexible

Education

High School

Job description

Job Details:

Level: Experienced, Job Location: Vancouver, WA 98665, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.68 - $24.00 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Education

General Description:

King’s Way Christian Schools is a private, Christian school dedicated to serving students from 12 months through 12th grade located in beautiful Vancouver, Washington. King’s Way partners with families to provide a Christ-centered education for the whole child, leading to life change in each student.

Responsibilities:

• Implement developmentally appropriate child centered curriculum, post lesson plans and class schedules in collaboration with Administration, Office Staff, and colleagues.
• Establish and maintain positive communication using collaborative methods to problem solve and interact with families, children, and staff.
• Supervise, interact, and play with children during assigned times of responsibilities.
• Direct responsibilities of support staff and volunteers to maintain safety, orderliness, and positive learning environment.
• Follow established plans to meet the needs of the individual children with concerns for interests, disabilities, special talents, cultural background and individual styles.
• Prepare materials for lesson plans.
• Provide general housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and picking up toys and materials used in projects. (i.e. washing toys during nap time, etc.)
• Maintain constant attendance count for children in your care and ensure that children are never left unattended.
• Create a developmental portfolio for each child in collaboration with colleagues.

Position Details:

$17.68 - $24.00/hour based on education, experience & tenure. Fulltime, year-round, flexible schedule required for opening and closing shifts. Center is open 6:30am - 6:00pm Monday thru Friday. Closed on Holidays (11) and no care provided on In-service days (6)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 100% up to a maximum of 5% of gross wages; supplemental insurance for Life, AD&D, Long Term care, Long-term disability and cancer insurance; Tuition discounts; paid leave plans; and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in an early learning environment
• Flexible and willing to step in and help where needed to support the team
• Good communication skills and ability to develop positive working relationships with coworkers, administration, students and parents
• Have completed, or ability to obtain STARS basic training through DCYF MERIT system
• Blood Borne Pathogen training (provided upon hire)
• Current certificate in CPR/First Aid or ability to obtain certification (provided upon hire)
• Current Washington Food Handlers card, or ability to obtain one
• Ability to complete Safe Sleep training provided by DCYF (required for certain classrooms)
• Willingness and ability to obtain an Initial ECE Certificate within 5 years of hire; and a Short ECE Certificate within 2 years of completing the Initial Certificate
• Ability to to lift up to 40lbs. and use chemicals (i.e. bleach) for cleaning.
• Pass a DCYF background check in order to supervise children alone