Head Start Educator: Culturally Responsive ECE Lead

Yakama Nation Legends Casino; White Swan (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakama Nation Head Start Program in White Swan, WA, seeks a Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate education to 3–5 year olds within a Head Start classroom. The role emphasizes culturally responsive practices and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or equivalent and experience with young children, plus ability to manage confidential information and maintain program standards.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent and two years of experience.
• Must have experience with young children.
• Ability to manage confidential information.
• Enrolled Yakama Preference encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage a classroom of up to twenty children aged 3–5.
• Use culturally responsive teaching, incorporating Yakama language and culture.
• Develop and implement lesson plans in line with Head Start standards.
• Maintain health and safety of the classroom and communicate with families and specialists.

Skills

Early childhood development

Head Start standards

Washington guidelines

Curriculum knowledge

Communication with families

Education

Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

ChildPlus

CLASS

Creative Curriculum

Job description

Yakama Nation Head Start Program in White Swan, WA, seeks a Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate education to 3–5 year olds within a Head Start classroom. The role emphasizes culturally responsive practices and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires an Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education or equivalent and experience with young children, plus ability to manage confidential information and maintain program standards.