Infant/Toddler Classroom Assistant – Head Start Team

ENTERPRISE FOR PROGRESS IN THE COMMUNITY; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/ Vision Plans

Sick Leave (5 hours per payroll)

Paid Holidays (9)

EPIC Scholarship Available

Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life Insurance

403 B (Employer match after 1 year or

As an Early Learning Non-Profit, loan-

Job summary

ENTERPRISE FOR PROGRESS IN THE COMMUNITY in Ellensburg, WA is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support the Team Leader and Family Services Teacher in delivering an educational, developmentally appropriate program for infants and toddlers.

You will help implement activities, support health screenings, and ensure safety and cultural responsiveness while adhering to Head Start/USDA requirements and agency policies. A strong team-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• HS/GED Required.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License & Auto insurance.
• Washington State ECE Initial Certificate and the Infant/Toddler State Short Certificate or equivalent CDA.
• One year classroom work experience with Infant/Toddler or preschool children.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work closely with other team members and deliver services in a team-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Leader and Family Services Teacher in implementing classroom activities and preparation of materials and supplies.
• Assist in administering developmental assessments and health screenings for all children.
• Implement, support, and promote policies and procedures for Child Abuse and Neglect, Child Guidance and Active Supervision.
• Conduct child observations and input data as assigned.
• Document all contact from parents and assist with education records and documentation.
• Assist with scheduling parent-teacher conferences and home visits and participate in those conferences/visits.
• Provide guidance to classroom volunteers and parents to help them feel comfortable in the classroom.
• Use practices that value cultural backgrounds and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and sanitary environment and respond to crises; provide first aid/CPR as needed.
• Commit to EPIC's Core values and report concerns; generate in-kind contributions.
• Actively participate in professional development and center activities.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Infant/Toddler classroom experience

Education

WA ECE Initial Certificate

Infant/Toddler State Short Certificate or CDA

AA in Early Childhood Education

HS/GED Required

Job description

ENTERPRISE FOR PROGRESS IN THE COMMUNITY in Ellensburg, WA is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support the Team Leader and Family Services Teacher in delivering an educational, developmentally appropriate program for infants and toddlers.

You will help implement activities, support health screenings, and ensure safety and cultural responsiveness while adhering to Head Start/USDA requirements and agency policies. A strong team-oriented approach is essential.