Early Learning Assistant - Ferndale

For 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County have been opening doors of opportunity and preparing young people for a Great Future. Join our team and build a career around making a difference in the lives of kids! We create an environment in which every member's input is valued and respected.

PAY RANGE: $20.00-$24.00/hour DOE
STATUS: Full Time
HOURS: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm variable

The Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County Licensed Care facilities are looking for early learning assistants for our Ferndale location! Do you find yourself drawn to positively contributing to today's youth at the earliest stages of development through play, enjoy playing with children, and have energy to engage with kids throughout their day?

Under the supervision of the Site Coordinator, the Early Learning Assistant will support the Lead Teacher in implementing a variety of activities to promote physical, mental and social development for youth ages birth through 6 years of age. The Assistant visibly enjoys working with children and strives to create an environment that is safe and fun while helping members build confidence and skills. The Assistant fosters positive relationships with children, families, staff and school personnel. The Assistant should be passionate about implementing great programming in a busy environment.

Please note: a cover letter and resume is required to apply for this position.

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BENEFITS:

• Monday - Friday schedules - no weekend work!
• Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
• Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
• Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
• Paid time off of 6.5 days first year (increases based on years of service) for Full-Time
• Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees (1 hr sick accrued for every 40 hours worked)
• Part-Time employees accrue paid time off (PTO) at rate of 0.0250 with a cap of 37 hours per year
• Vision insurance (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
• Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
• Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
• Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee
• 401k plan after 1 year of service & 1,000 hours worked

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid proof of vaccine completion is required, in the form of a CDC-compliant vaccination record card or photo of the card; or, documentation of vaccination from a health care provider or electronic health record; or, state immunization information system record; or, for an individual who was vaccinated outside of the United States, a reasonable equivalent of any of the above. Personal attestation is not an acceptable form of verification of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• 18 years of age or older
• Willingness to remain poised, positive, and energetic in a busy work environment
• State Initial Certificate (preferred)
• 30-Hour STARS Certificate (preferred)
• Tuberculosis Test (required before hire)
• CPR/First Aid Card
• Blood Borne Pathogens Training
• Food Handlers Card
• Must be willing to obtain ECE Certificate within 5 years of date of hire