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Northwest Center Early Learning Inclusion Specialist in Seattle, Washington
Northwest Center is looking for an Early Learning Inclusion Specialist to join the team!
Are you looking to make a positive impact in your community? Northwest Center Kids' mission is to provide an inclusive environment where all families receive individual programs of education, advocacy, therapy, and family support that nurtures the development of children with and without disabilities. Be a part of the team that is leading the education inclusion revolution.
As an Early Learning Inclusion Specialist, you will work to support teachers in creating and implementing nurturing and inclusive classroom environments for children with and without Intellectual and Development Disabilities (IDDs), challenging behaviors, or medical needs. A successful candidate is passionate about the whole child and works cooperatively with staff, families, and community partners.
Applicants with fluency in a non-English language are encouraged to apply.
*Location: *Downtown Seattle
*Full Wage Range: *$65,000 - $85,000 per year
Schedule: Monday -- Friday, an 8-hour shift between 7 AM and 6 PM
Who we are:
Northwest Center was founded in 1965 by parents who refused to institutionalize their children with developmental disabilities or accept the prevailing notion that their children could not be taught. Our founders authored and won the approval of civil rights legislation that opened the doors of Washington State schools to children with disabilities. Banding together to form Northwest Center, they hired their own teachers to develop education programs targeted at special needs children. From birth through retirement, Northwest Center serves people with disabilities in a multitude of ways.
We are a leader in advancing equal opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Our Northwest Center Kids department includes Early Intervention, Inclusive Early Childhood Education, and after-school programs. We work with children of all abilities.
What we can offer:
Competitive and affordable Medical (including hearing & hardware coverage!), Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life insurance
17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
20 paid holidays + 1 day of floating holiday; 2 floating holiday days annually after one year
Parental Leave and Paid Compassion Leave
Retirement 401(K) with a company match
Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
Company-Provided Orca Card
Physical Wellness Reimbursement Program - $25 per month
Student Loan Contribution Program - $50 per month
Pet Insurance Discount Program
Eligible to receive scholarships for a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education
Monthly reflective practice with a licensed therapist
Opportunity for career deve