Head Start Assistant Teacher: Inspire Young Minds

Centralia College; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers for college classes

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement options

Vacation and leave package

Job summary

Edmonds College seeks a Head Start Assistant Teacher to create a safe, joyful learning space for preschoolers. You will work closely with Lead Teachers to implement individualized programs and foster inclusive environments, honoring diverse backgrounds.

The position reports to the Education Site Manager and requires enrollment in an early childhood education program or CDA, plus at least one year in a preschool.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in, or commitment to enroll in during first year of employment, an early childhood education program at a college or university, or CDA credentialing program.
• One year of work experience in a preschool classroom.

Responsibilities

• Inspire & Instruct: Actively teach children in a lively classroom setting, preparing curriculum materials and implementing individualized educational programming under the guidance of the Lead Teacher.
• Step Up as a Leader: Take the lead in managing the classroom during the Lead Teacher's daily office hours and whenever the Lead Teacher is absent.
• Support Social-Emotional Growth: Guide children and families through their developmental milestones using the Pyramid Model Framework.
• Champion Program Collaboration: Meet weekly with your teaching team to synchronize on classroom needs and maintain staff-to-child ratios.
• Observe & Document: Record developmental milestones, screenings, and maintain paper/electronic records; ensure Inter Rater Reliability with Teaching Strategies Gold.
• Nurture & Protect: Ensure health, safety, supervision, meals, and a welcoming space.

Skills

Team player

Empathy

Communication

Education

Early childhood education program or CDA

Preschool classroom experience

Job description

Edmonds College seeks a Head Start Assistant Teacher to create a safe, joyful learning space for preschoolers. You will work closely with Lead Teachers to implement individualized programs and foster inclusive environments, honoring diverse backgrounds.

The position reports to the Education Site Manager and requires enrollment in an early childhood education program or CDA, plus at least one year in a preschool.