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Edmonds College (Assistant Teacher) Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 in Lynnwood, Washington
Edmonds College is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The college values its talented, diverse workforce and seeks to attract, hire, and support employees who consistently and actively embrace diversity and equity. Edmonds College is an equal opportunity employer. Edmonds College invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.
(Assistant Teacher) Early Childhood Program Specialist 2
SALARY:$3,401 - $3,821/month ($20.33 -$22.84)(prorated to a 16 hour per week schedule)
LOCATION:Lynnwood Washington
DESCRIPTION:
The Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 (Assistant Teacher) working under the general direction of the Early Childhood Program Specialist 3 (Lead Teacher) is a primary support person in the classroom and assists in implementing the educational curriculum and the general operation of an infant, toddler, or preschool classroom. The teacher works intimately with parents/families building trust and respectful partnerships through which children's individual learning plans and classroom curriculum are developed and implemented. This position supports the class's education team and serves on the childcare leadership team. In the absence of the Lead Teacher and the Assistant Teacher, the ECPS 2 assumes leadership responsibilities in classroom operation, management of children and direction of staff and volunteers.
This position supports the colleges' mission by supporting access and success by removing one of the 3 most common barriers to higher education by providing on-campus high quality childcare for student parents; family support services to strengthen the students personal, educational and career goals and academic success. Additionally, provides educational opportunities for students seeking careers in early childhood education and/ or family support, culinary and office administration. The position also sets the foundation for lifelong learning for future Tritons within the early childhood education programming for the students' children. Employees within the Edmonds College Center for Families childcare embrace innovation by participating in state and national quality improvement models and assessments for accreditation.
Edmonds invites all individuals to apply and as an equal opportunity employer, we also encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and groups to apply for this position.
This is a classified position reporting to the Director of the Center for Families.
For information on applying, please see Application Procedures and Required Documents, below. We will begin reviewing applications on May 6, 2024. Position is open until filled.
Responsibilities include:
Curriculum and Teaching: Assists in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum that meets children's individual physical, intellectual, language, literacy, creative, self identity and social/emotional needs based on assessed developmental and emotional needs.
Assists in monitoring and maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment.