ECEAP Classroom Aide

Classroom Aide

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

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates competency to implement program activities under the direction of either a Lead or Assistant Teacher.
• 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.
• Keep informed of ongoing program changes and updates.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow all applicable ESD 123 Board policies and procedures and ECEAP Performance Standards.

Other

Job Functions:

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• It is preferred, but not required, that all persons serving in the role of ECEAP Classroom Aide meet one of the following qualifications:
• The equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in early childhood education.
• Washington State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Initial Certificate or higher.
• DCYF approved equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED Cleared portable background check.

Other

Qualifications:

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

Certification and Licenses:

• 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.

Position Benefits:

• 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)
• Paid personal leave (up to 2 days per full school year)
• Work a typical school calendar with winter, spring, and summer break off.

Compensation:

Paid once a month on the last working day of the month. Receives an average monthly gross paycheck based on the number of days and hours assigned to the work calendar (Sept 01-Aug 31) and placement on the salary schedule. A full work calendar for this position is 180 days and 7.5 hours per day. Below is an example of a gross monthly paycheck for a full work year: $2,156.63 (step 1/year
1) - $2,427.75 (step 5/year
5) This amount may increase or decrease slightly based on hiring date and months remaining in the work calendar (Sept 01-Aug 31).

Traits That You Must Possess:

• Proactive self-starter.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while being humble lack excessive ego or concern about status.
• Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Hungry always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for.
• Smart have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.

These Statements Must Resonate With You:

• "Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."
• "I am not sure, but I will find out for you."
• "I have not done that before, but I can do it."
• "I take a see-it, own-it, solve-it, do-it approach."

About Our Team and Agency:

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