Temporary Bilingual Teaching Assistant

Purpose We are seeking to hire someone with proven effectiveness in working with parents and families from a range of cultural backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion to fill the role of a Bilingual Teaching Assistant. This is a temporary, full-time position for a minimum of six months to provide coverage for an employee on leave.

The anticipated contract period is November 2026 - May 2027, with potential adjustment to the start and/or end dates based on operational needs. There is potential for the temporary assignment to be extended; however, an extension is not guaranteed. This person will develop, coordinate, and implement classroom support as part of early childhood preschool education for enrolled children and support services in both English and Spanish.

They will also work to enhance children’s development and learning environments through a combination of parent coaching, groups, and direct support.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provide support to all classrooms by knowing all routines and schedules, stepping into class when a substitute or extra support is needed

Assist children in performing scheduled activities, monitor children’s progress in instructional programs, monitor and reinforce appropriate child behavior and safety, maintain children’s cleanliness

Assist with classroom set-up and clean up, maintain and prepare classroom supplies, maintain and clean up toys and equipment, record classroom attendance, prepare art activities

Supervise and maintain kitchen in clean order, maintain kitchen supplies, compile shopping lists for snacks, complete shopping for classroom snacks, do laundry

Attend monthly department meetings, and quarterly All-Staff meetings

Provide support to educators, therapists, and other departments

Collaborate with staff daily and work as a team member

Complete other duties as assigned by Teaching Assistant Manager, Bellevue Education Department Manager, and others

Required Education & Experience High School Graduate AA/BA College Graduate preferred

Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in both English and Spanish Related work experience

Demonstrate skill in word processing and familiarity with MS Word and Excel Demonstrate professional interpersonal skills over the phone and in person

Key Competencies Bilingual Communication & Cultural Competency — Proficiency in English and Spanish, with the ability to build trusting relationships with children and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Early Childhood Education & Child Development Support — Ability to support classroom activities, monitor children’s progress and behavior, promote safety, and create nurturing learning environments.

Family Engagement & Parent Coaching — Skilled in collaborating with parents and families through coaching, group activities, and direct support, with a strong commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Teamwork & Professional Collaboration — Effective collaborator who can work closely with educators, therapists, and other departments while adapting to changing classroom and staffing needs.

Classroom Organization & Administrative Skills — Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage classroom routines, supplies, attendance, preparation/clean-up, and basic MS Word/Excel tasks.

Minimum Prerequisites Pass Washington State DSHS criminal history and background check and FBI fingerprint check

Strictly maintain the confidentiality of all client information in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies

Have access to a dependable personal vehicle for transportation purposes

Possess a valid Washington State driver's…