Preschool Support & School Bus Driver – Head Start

Head Start; Washington; On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Head Start in Omak, WA seeks an ECE Assistant/Bus Driver to support preschool teaching teams, supervise children, and assist with transportation. You will help prepare classrooms and activities in classrooms, on the playground, and during bus rides.

Minimum qualifications include a GED or HS diploma within 6 months, and CDA or equivalent in ECE within two years. Tribal preference applies; a WA driver’s license may be required, with background checks as applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires GED/HS diploma within 6 months of hire.
• Must complete CDA or equivalent in early childhood education within two years of hire.
• Experience working with preschool children in a play-oriented or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with education, care, supervision and instruction of preschoolers.
• Support activities in classrooms, common areas, playgrounds and during transportation.
• Maintain and prepare classroom environments and materials.

Skills

Early child development

Preschool instruction methods

Clerical & record keeping

PC & educational tech

Interpersonal skills

Student assessment

Small group reading

Positive student engagement

Education

GED or HS diploma

CDA or ECE equivalent

Preschool experience

Tools

Personal computers

Educational games

Job description

Head Start in Omak, WA seeks an ECE Assistant/Bus Driver to support preschool teaching teams, supervise children, and assist with transportation. You will help prepare classrooms and activities in classrooms, on the playground, and during bus rides.

Minimum qualifications include a GED or HS diploma within 6 months, and CDA or equivalent in ECE within two years. Tribal preference applies; a WA driver’s license may be required, with background checks as applicable.