Early Childhood Specialist

Early Childhood Specialist 4

The Early Childhood Program Specialist 4 position reports directly to the Early Center Director and is a supervisory or expert level position. The position supports to manage an early childhood program including responsibilities for planning, organizing, executing, controlling, and evaluating activities, sub-functions, and functions including budget, policies, procedures, and staff supervision. The position manages the early childhood program in conformance with regulations and Washington State Day Care Licensing Provisions.

In addition, the Early Childhood Program Specialist 4 position facilitates planning and implementation of programs for children and families; coordinate assessments; evaluation of programs and assigned classrooms; mentors lab and practicum students; model best practices; and culturally sensitivity. This includes assuming responsibility for implementing and coordinating a quality early childhood education program in assigned program areas based on established Center standards, philosophy.

Position Salary Range: $54,168/year - $72,864/year

The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Individuals newly hired to Classified position are placed in a salary range based on the WPEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Competitive salary is within the Range stated above, and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans;

transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This is a Classified, overtime eligible position and represented by the Washington Public Employee Association of Higher Education (WPEA-HE).

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

As a department of Bellevue College, our mission is to provide high quality, family centered, developmentally appropriate care & early education for young children and their families. In addition, we strive to provide a creative, safe, learning environment that nurtures, respects, and supports each individual's unique qualities and potential.

The Early Learning Center encourages discovery, creativity, overall development, independence, self-regulation, problem solving, and exploration in a safe, respectful, yet stimulating, relationship based environment. Our program maintains a child-centered philosophy that accepts each child at his/her own developmental level and encourages him/her to learn through rich experiences. When planning the curriculum, teachers provide experiences that reflect families' interests, hobbies, cultures, and languages.

Guide and instruct teachers in planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum, environment, and activities both indoors and out, based on individual and group development

Work directly with children and families on individual and group needs, guidance, transitions, and emotional support.

Ensure that program staff conform to federal, state and local rules, regulations, and licensing requirements.

Ensure that all classroom records and reports are accurately maintained and submitted.

Mentor, guide and provide assistance and support to assigned student aides and lab/practicum students.

Supervise staff including interviewing and recommending selection of applicants, training new employees, assigning and scheduling work, acting upon leave requests, conducting annual performance evaluations, and recommending disciplinary actions.

Oversee recruiting and scheduling of children for the early childhood program; maintain records on children enrolled in the program to include their development,…