Full-Time Early Childhood Support Educator

Seattle Institute for Early Childhood Development; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits (medical, dental, life

Retirement match

Tuition discount

Professional development

Job summary

Seattle Institute for Early Childhood Development invites a dedicated support educator. You will work with a teaching team to integrate family identity into daily learning, implement play-based curricula, and support children through observation and planning.

This role emphasizes safety, inclusive practice, and ongoing professional development within a DCYF-compliant setting. You will maintain licensing requirements, communicate with families, and participate in reflective practice sessions,

Qualifications

• Requires an Initial Certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or higher.
• Maintain DCYF licensing compliance and MERIT account.
• Keep current First Aid/CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Food Handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching team to honor family identity and culture.
• Support play-based learning using Creative/ Emergent Curriculum with anti-bias lens.
• Document observations and contribute to learning stories for children.
• Maintain professional relationships with families and provide confidential support.
• Support classroom operations, safety, and center policies.
• Participate in monthly reflective practice and professional development.

Skills

Communication

Reflective teaching

Observation & planning

Family engagement

Team collaboration

Education

ECE Initial Certificate or higher

Job description

Seattle Institute for Early Childhood Development invites a dedicated support educator. You will work with a teaching team to integrate family identity into daily learning, implement play-based curricula, and support children through observation and planning.

This role emphasizes safety, inclusive practice, and ongoing professional development within a DCYF-compliant setting. You will maintain licensing requirements, communicate with families, and participate in reflective practice sessions,