ECEAP Classroom Aide

Educational Service District 123; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, &

Wellness program

Paid sick leave

Paid personal leave

School calendar with breaks

Job summary

Educational Service District 123 is seeking a Classroom Aide in Walla Walla, WA to support the Lead/Assistant Teacher in daily routines for preschool children. You will help with activities, meals, and learning experiences, while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.

The role requires collaboration with families and staff, with opportunities to participate in staff trainings. It offers a structured school-year schedule and competitive compensation in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Cleared portable background check is required.
• Experience in a preschool classroom is preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool children.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.
• Certifications: MERIT background check, MMR proof, TB test, First aid/CPR within 90 days, Food Handler’s Permit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lead or Assistant Teacher to plan and implement daily classroom routines including music, meals, group projects, and supervision.
• Interact positively with children to support individual learning and emotional needs.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials according to the schedule.
• Plan family events with site team, families, and support staff.
• Record daily attendance, meals, and snack counts; maintain records.
• Assist with record keeping on children and families as directed.
• Observe and document child development through written observations (if IRR certified).
• Administer standardized screenings as directed.
• Prepare and serve snacks/meals and join children at the table.
• Provide first aid as needed.
• Fill in for the Assistant Teacher when absent.
• Participate in staff trainings and meetings to apply best practices.

Skills

Preschool classroom experience

Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)

Developmentally appropriate practices

Effective communication

Field trips supervision

Education

12 college quarter credits in ECE

Washington State ECE Initial Certificate or higher

DCYF approved equivalent

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department: Early Learning

Location: Walla Walla, WA

Reports To: ECEAP Site Coordinator

Classification: FLSA Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday-Friday (7.5 hrs. per day / 180 days per year/late August - mid June)

Rate of Pay: $19.17 (step 1/year 1) - $21.58 (step 5/year5)

SUMMARY:

The Classroom Aide collaborates with the Lead Teacher and/or the Assistant Teacher in successful implementation of the daily routine, schedules, and needs of preschool children and classroom environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• In partnership with the Lead or Asst. Teacher, the Classroom Aide will participate in planning of the educational program and assist with the implementation of the daily classroom routine. This includes music, meals, group projects, free choice time, and supervision of students.


• Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.


• Collaborate with Lead Teacher and/or Assistant Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom routine/schedule.


• Collaborate with site team, families, and family support to plan and conduct family events.


• Complete daily attendance/meal/snack count and tracking records.


• Assist with record keeping on individual children and families as directed by the Lead Teacher.


• Participate in completing written observations of individual children throughout the year (if IRR certified).


• Assist in the administration of standardized screening tools as directed.


• Prepare and serve snacks and meals; participate in and facilitate mealtime service and join children at the table for support and conversation.


• Administer first aid as needed.


• Assume responsibilities of the Assistant Teacher in his/her absence.


• Participate in ESD 123 in-service staff trainings, staff meetings, and other education opportunities to continue learning best practice strategies in the field.


• Collaborate with Lead Teacher, Asst. Teacher, families, and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families. This can include transitions to before and/or after-school care and between ECEAP and Kindergarten.


• Keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates.


• Maintain confidentiality.


• Follow all applicable ESD 123 Board policies and procedures and ECEAP Performance Standards.

Supervisory:

None

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs related duties as assigned.*

*Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

*Please note that this role may require the need to travel between program sites based on staffing needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• It is preferred, but not required, that all persons serving in the role of ECEAP Classroom Aide meet one of the following qualifications:

(a) The equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education; (b) Washington State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate or higher; or (c) DCYF approved equivalent;

• High School Diploma or GED


• Cleared portable background check.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a preschool classroom or similar setting preferred.


• Bilingual in English and Spanish language preferred, but not required.

Requires knowledge and ability to:

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool children.


• Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to students, parents, staff and volunteers in a diverse environment.


• Ability to adjust to varied situations, demands and new instructional concepts.


• Ability to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.

Certification and Licenses:

• MERIT Portable Background Check (cleared before working directly with children)


• MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine or proof of immunity


• Completion of one-step Mantoux tuberculosis (TB) skin test, or treatment in accordance with WAC 110-300-0105(3 ).


• First aid and CPR card within 90 days of hire.


• Food Handler's Permit

POSITION BENEFITS:

• Opportunities to receive on the job training


• Access to full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, and dental insurance. WA DRS SERS retirement plan. Medical reimbursement account, LifeandLong-Term Disability Insurance etc.)


• Access to the agency's wellness program


• Paid sick leave (10 days per full school year)


• Paid personal leave (up to 2 days per full school year)


• Work a typical school calendar with winter, spring, and summer break off.

COMPENSATION:

• Paid once a month on the last working day of the month.


• Receives an average monthly gross paycheck based on the number of days and hours assigned to the work calendar (Sept