Assitant Teacher

The United Indians of All Tribes Foundation (UIATF) is a non-profit organization working to provide vital social, cultural, and educational services to Seattle’s American Indian/Alaska Native community.

JOB SUMMARY:

Daybreak Star Preschool Program is looking for someone who is passionate about early care and learning and sees themselves as a lifelong learner

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES of the ASSISTANT TEACHER:

Together, the teaching team of a lead and assistant teacher will work together to cultivate and sustain an environment that encourages children to remain engaged in their school’s learning. They cultivate and foster dispositions that encourage a joy for learning.

• Deliver age-appropriate experiences and activities that promote children’s social, emotional, and physical development, while modeling a healthy relationship with and curiosity for the natural world through play and exploration.

• Maintain a positive, collaborative teaching team, co-facilitating classroom curriculum alongside fellow educators.

• Work closely with colleagues to create a positive learning environment for children aged 3-5 years.

• Observe and document children’s development using the HighScope Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Gold, once IRR certification is completed.

• Foster effective, solution-oriented communication with team members to ensure smooth classroom operations.

• Be responsive to the unique home dynamics and cultural backgrounds of each child.

• Support the development of children’s ethnic and racial identity within the classroom.

• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and protocols related to communication, child safety, crisis management, and risk management.

• Contribute to the development and ongoing assessment of classroom risk and hazard response procedures as needed.

• Assist in maintaining accurate program documentation, including attendance and meal counts.

• Ensure proper care and organization of supplies and teaching materials.

• Follow cleaning protocols in accordance with licensing standards throughout the day.

• Provide support in the opening and closing of classrooms as required.

• Other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Can work as part of a team and make contributions through collaboration, and problem solve while maintaining a sense of calm as unforeseen situations arise

• Is comfortable and reliable with planning, organizing, and time-management skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with children at an age-appropriate level

• CPR/First Aid certification

• Food Handler’s Card

• Blood Borne Pathogens certification

• Pass Background Check through the Department of Children, Youth, and Families

• May on rare occasions be scheduled to work unusual hours and/or evenings

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, environmental education or related field AND an ECE Short Certificate (required for licensed preschools in Washington) or ECE Initial Certificate with willingness to obtain a ECE Short Certificate with in 2 years

DESIRED:

• Experience working with diverse communities, specifically Native American, is highly valued

• Demonstrated knowledge of the natural world and experience sharing that knowledge with children in the field

• Experience supervising and mentoring volunteers

• Minimum of three years of experience in a setting for preschool to school aged children

• Formal training and/or experience in early childhood education or related areas

Americans’ w/ Disabilities Act

UIATF will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, or other employment related activities. The Organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and ensures equal employment opportunity for qualified persons with disabilities. Employees with a qualifying disability that require accommodation should contact the HR Department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98199 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98199: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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