On Call Teacher Assistant

EOCFWA - Educational Opportunities for Children and Families; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is seeking an On-Call Preschool Teacher Assistant to support classroom teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate experiences for children from birth to age 5. In this role you will help implement curriculum, observe and document children's progress, and foster a safe, nurturing environment across Clark County regions.

Availability Monday–Friday daytime with at least 8 hours per month is requested; bilingual candidates are

Qualifications

• Fully qualified requires WA ECE certificates (CDA or WA State Initial Certificate).
• Trainee option accepts High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual skills are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Promote children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing classroom atmosphere for all children.
• Engage in active supervision of children, indoor/outdoor play, and mealtimes.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education / CDA / WA State Initial Certificate in ECE

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Our Mission: To Connect, Empower, and Transform the lives of Children & Families About EOCF:

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is committed to supporting children and families through developmentally appropriate early learning programs. We believe in empowering staff and equipping classrooms to ensure every child thrives.

Position Summary:

Do you enjoy an active, fun environment? Are you energized by teamwork and meaningful work with children? Would you like a flexible work schedule?

Join EOCF as an On-Call Preschool Teacher Assistant! In this role you will assist the classroom teacher(s) in providing and implementing a developmentally appropriate educational experience for children from birth to age 5 enrolled in a variety of our program models.

Compensation & Schedule:

This on-call substitute role is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing essential staffing support during both short and long-term vacancies. On-call team members enjoy flexible scheduling while playing a vital role in keeping EOCF programs running smoothly.

Availability is needed Monday through Friday during daytime hours, based on program needs, with a minimum commitment of just 8 hours per month to remain an active employee. We are especially seeking candidates who can be consistently available on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Compensation is competitive, with an hourly wage ranging from $20.28 to $20.57, based on experience and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Support areas of Clark County:

North Region - Includes Yacolt/Battleground, East Region - Includes Camas/Cascade Park, Central Region - Includes Orchards, St. Johns, West Region - Includes Woodland/Hazel Dell

• Support the delivery of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Assist in promoting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Help prepare and maintain classroom materials and learning environments.
• Foster a safe, and nurturing atmosphere for all children.
• Engage in active supervision of children, including indoor/outdoor play and mealtimes. Collaborate with team members to ensure quality and consistency across the classroom.

Fully Qualified Required Qualifications:

• Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education, current CDA certificate, or WA State Initial Certificate in ECE.

Trainee Qualified Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Experience:

• One year of experience working with children birth–5 in an early childhood setting.
• Bilingual highly desired.

Ability to:

• Implement established child development practices, principles and performance standards in a comprehensive classroom environment.
• Adopt EOCF's commitment to supporting and strengthening children and families. Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Use the team approach to resolving problems or conflicts Receive information and feedback in an understanding manner.
• Attend appropriate staff meetings and out-of-town training sessions as assigned.
• Perform the physical requirements of the job which include regular crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor to assist and engage with children, and outdoors on a playground setting monitoring safe play and supervision.

Interviews to begin as soon a qualified pool of applicants is received

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is an EEOC compliant employer