We are a licensed childcare center providing care for 1 month thru 5 years.
We are looking for a Part Time Support Staff 25 hours minimum up to 40 hours weekly Monday thru Friday. (Mondays weekly 8am-5pm)
You’d be providing children with fun, educational and developmentally appropriate activities in a safe and engaging environment.
You must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment as well as be self-motivated and organized. Having patience and an ability to develop positive relationships with children and their families is a must.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Follow Washington State Code: WAC
Follow program policies and procedures
Maintain good attendance and punctuality
Carry out program responsibilities
Follow the daily schedule
Assume an equal share of joint housekeeping responsibilities such as nightly shutting down the classroom, keeping classroom and children's supplies inventoried
Actively engage in activities, manage cleanliness, maintenance, and availability of classroom materials.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment
Maintain confidentiality
Basic qualifications:
Be at least 18 years old
Have a high school degree or GED
Have the ability to pass a Washington State background check
Have or receive a TB test by the first day
Have or receive STARS basic training
High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
Must have or get within 14 days Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
Must have or get within 14 days bloodborne pathogens
Requirements include the ability to take frequent walks and be required to kneel, bend, squat or crawl.
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds
Initial ECE certificate or willingness to get.
Ability to work as a team
1 year of verifiable professional experience working at a center or other group care program.
Benefits:
Paid vacation and sick leave
Scholarships available through Early Achievers
Paid teacher in-service days and training opportunities
