ECEAP Classroom Aide

ECEAP Classroom Aide

Educational Service District 123 — Othello, WA

Classification: FLSA Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday‑Friday (7.5 hrs per day / 180 days per year / late August - mid June)

Department: Early Learning

Reports To: ECEAP Site Coordinator

Rate of Pay: $18.68 (step 1/year
1) – $21.02 (step 5/year
5) starting Sept. 1

The Classroom Aide collaborates with the Lead Teacher and/or the Assistant Teacher in the successful implementation of the daily routine, schedules, and needs of preschool children and the classroom environment.

• In partnership with the Lead or Asst. Teacher, the Classroom Aide will participate in planning of the educational program and assist with the implementation of the daily classroom routine. This includes music, meals, group projects, free choice time, and supervision of students.
• Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher and/or Assistant Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom routine/schedule.
• Collaborate with site team, families, and family support to plan and conduct family events.
• Complete daily attendance/meal/snack count and tracking records.
• Assist with record keeping on individual children and families as directed by the Lead Teacher.
• Participate in completing written observations of individual children throughout the year (if IRR certified).
• Assist in the administration of standardized screening tools as directed.
• Prepare and serve snacks and meals; participate in and facilitate mealtime service and join children at the table for support and conversation.
• Administer first aid as needed.
• Assume responsibilities of the Assistant Teacher in his/her absence.
• Participate in ESD 123 in-service staff trainings, staff meetings, and other education opportunities to continue learning best practice strategies in the field.
• Collaborate with Lead Teacher, Asst. Teacher, families, and site team to ensure smooth transitions for children and families. This can include transitions to before and/or after‑school care and between ECEAP and Kindergarten.
• Keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable ESD 123 Board policies and procedures and ECEAP Performance Standards.

• Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s classification of work.
• Please note that this role may require the need to travel between program sites based on staffing needs.

• Preferred but not required: equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education;
  Washington State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate or higher; or DCYF approved equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Cleared portable background check.

• Experience working in a preschool classroom or similar setting preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish language preferred, but not required.

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for preschool children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and relate positively to students, parents, staff and volunteers in a diverse environment.
• Ability to adjust to varied situations, demands and new instructional concepts.
• Ability to supervise students on regularly scheduled field trips.

• MERIT Portable Background Check (cleared before working directly with children)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) vaccine or proof of immunity
• Completion of one‑step Mantoux tuberculosis (TB) skin test, or treatment in accordance with WAC (3).
• First aid and CPR card within 90 days of hire.
• Food Handler’s Permit

• Opportunities to receive on the job training
• Access to full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, and dental insurance. WA DRS SERS retirement plan. Medical reimbursement account, Life and Long‑Term Disability Insurance etc.)
• Access to the agency's wellness program
• Paid sick leave (10 days per full school year)
• Pai…