Preschool Teacher Assistant

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

Job summary

Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is seeking a Preschool Teacher Assistant to support a developmentally appropriate program for children ages 3-5 in a WA classroom. The role emphasizes teamwork, active supervision, and engagement with both children and families.

The position offers an hourly wage between $20.28 and $20.57, with pay based on experience and qualifications. The organization is an EEOC-compliant employer, prioritizing safe, nurturing learning environments.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education or WA State Initial Certificate.
• Current CDA certificate.
• High School Diploma for trainee-qualified applicants.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of curriculum aligned with Head Start and ECE best practices.
• 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.
• Assist with documentation, assessments, and parent communication as directed.
• Engage in active supervision of children, including indoor/outdoor play and mealtimes.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure quality and consistency across the classroom.

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?

Join EOCF as a Preschool Teacher Assistant in one of our classrooms and help us make a lasting difference. In this role, you will assist the classroom teacher in creating and implementing a developmentally appropriate educational experience for children ages 3-5. Hourly wage and maximum budgeted wage are: $20.28 - $20.57 per hour based on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of curriculum aligned with Head Start and ECE best practices.
• 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.
• Assist with documentation, assessments, and parent communication as directed.
• 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 ages 3-5 in an early childhood setting.

Bilingual

Highly desired

Ability To

• Implement established child development practices, principles and performance standards in a comprehensive classroom environment.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
• Use the team approach to resolving problems or conflicts.
• 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.

Salary: $20.28 - $20.57 per hour