Floater Teacher Assistant - Early Childhood

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical &%2

Retirement 403(b) Plan

Basic Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account eligibility

Education Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Annual longevity awards

Job summary

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is seeking a Teacher Assistant - Floater to provide quality care and education across Carroll Children's Center and Growing Hope Childhood Development Center. The role supports lead teachers, covers for breaks and planning, and promotes social, physical, and intellectual growth in children.

Responsibilities include classroom hygiene, family communication, and maintaining records while ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Initial ECE Certificate or be on an approved Professional Development Plan to obtain within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flexibility in emergent needs and response times for overall program coverage.
• Support attendance counts and safety in classroom and playgrounds.
• Assist Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants to maintain a safe, healthy environment by following policies.
• Provide backup coverage across classrooms, bus, kitchen, and reception as needed.
• Observe and support children’s physical, mental, and emotional needs with direct supervision.
• Submit attendance records and required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality and foster teamwork among adults in the room.

Skills

Preschool classroom experience

Emergency procedures

Training in Creative Curriculum

Basic computer skills

Education

Initial ECE Certificate

Job description

Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is seeking a Teacher Assistant - Floater to provide quality care and education across Carroll Children's Center and Growing Hope Childhood Development Center. The role supports lead teachers, covers for breaks and planning, and promotes social, physical, and intellectual growth in children.

Responsibilities include classroom hygiene, family communication, and maintaining records while ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment.