Job DescriptionJob Details
Job Location
Yakima - Carroll Children Center - Yakima, WA
Position Type
Full Time
 
Salary Range
$16.50 - $17.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Description
You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need.
Wage - $16.50 - $17.00
Schedule - Monday - Friday - 40 hours
Benefits
* Medical/Dental
* FSA
* 403(b) Retirement
* Additional Voluntary Benefits
* Paid Holidays
* Vacation/Sick Leave
* Education Assistance Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Longevity awards
Position Summary:
To support Catholic Charities in realizing a common mission by providing and implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood classroom experience for children enrolled in the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP).
Responsibilities:
Create and maintain a safe and healthy environment
Maintain inventory and upkeep of both center, classroom supplies and materials
Report needed repairs and maintenance to appropriate personnel
Provide a safe, developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning environment
Apply health standards and care for the children and classroom
Support the ECEAP Lead Teacher with meeting Performance Standards and implementation of curriculum and programmatic systems
Establish a learning environment to build and enhance each child's self-esteem and positive self-concept
Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental level and learning style of each child
Implement positive guidance practices that teach and meet the individual temperaments of each child
Make appropriate referrals when necessary
Maintain confidentiality of records and information
Organize and facilitate age appropriate classroom routines
Assists in planning and implementing curriculum that encourages the advancement of children's physical, intellectual, and social-emotional competence.
Provide family support to parents of the children
Plan, promote and implement family development
Maintain open, friendly and cooperative verbal and written communication with each child's family
Encourage parents to volunteer in various parts of the program
Conduct family home visits as prescribed by program work plan
Work with ECEAP Lead Teacher and Family Advocates to plan and implement parent center meetings
Foster positive discipline and communication in the classroom
Guide and sustain positive interactions between children and adults
Maintain an atmosphere that encourages open communication with children and adults
Provide opportunities and support for children to understand, acquire and provide use verbal and non-verbal means of communicating thoughts and feelings
Create and maintain a professional team environment
Submit attendance records and required paperwork in a timely manner
Appropriately supervise and delegate duties to classroom staff, initiate training and encouraging teamwork among adults in the room and center
Maintain confidentiality of program, staff and client information
Accept responsibility for the quality of job performance and make changes as needed
Continue professional development
Participate in required training and share information with other staff as requested
Participate in scheduled supervision, required meetings and retreats
Prepare and provide timely and accurate written reports, memoranda, and other statistical or narrative information as required or requested
Participate in Center activities and other duties as requested
Qualifications
It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color national origin, gender (with or without sexual conduct), age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Job Requirements:
The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements.
Physical Requirements:
This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting or performing other work requiring medium physical exertion, talking and hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 95% of the time.
Non-Physical Requirements:
Education
Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate or Preschool CDA
Experience
2 or more years' experience in teaching children 3 to 5 years of age in an Early Childhood program
Special Skills
Demonstrate professional and effective verbal and written communication
Use of good judgment
Basic computer skills
Maintain confidentiality of children, families and staff
Supervision of adults, classroom planning and management skills
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
Licensure, Registration, Certifications
Valid First Aid and CPR
Valid Food Handlers Card
Valid Washington State driver's license and minimum required liability insurance
Employment is conditional upon:
Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required
Excited about this role, but don't meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We'd still love for you to apply! Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being, and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Questions or concerns? Contact recruiting@catholiccharitiescw.org, we'd be happy to connect!
You can do the work you love, be your authentic self, and make an impact in the lives of thousands. We believe in a culture rooted in community, collaboration, and growth. As an agency we are inspired by our Mission of bringing hope to life, especially those most in need