Hybrid ECEAP Lead Teacher en Educational Service District 123

Position is open until filled

Department:             Early Learning        
Location:                  Connell, WA
Reports To:              ECEAP Site Coordinator
Classification:         Classified -  Non-Exempt
Schedule:                 Monday-Friday (8 hrs. per day / 180 days per year/late August - mid June)
Rate of Pay:             $24.33  (step 1/year 1) -  $27.38 (step 5/year5) 

• Observe and assess children’s development.
• Complete written observations of individual children throughout the year. Develop an individualized learning plan for each child based on these observations and maintains complete confidential records on each child.
• Administer standardized screening tools on every child within 90 days of school entry. Completes re-screens and referrals as necessary.
• Analyze and plan classroom curriculum based on individual children’s developmental needs and interests.
• Provide an integrated, child centered, comprehensive curriculum and multicultural environment, which meets the needs of every child, including those with disabilities.
• Plan and develop a daily schedule of classroom routines and activities.
• Prepare and implement lesson plans in accordance with the ECEAP program performance standards.
• Design the learning environment to meet individual and group needs and ensures that it reflects the culture of children, families, staff, and community.
• Implement and supervise developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with children. Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.
• Build positive relationships with parents to encourage involvement and engagement in the educational program and their child’s education journey.
• Conduct three hours of educational planning meetings annually with each child’s family.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom schedule/routine.
• Assist with planning, preparation and serving of snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service, and joins children at the table for support and conversation.
• Administer first aid as needed. Check indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards. Work in collaboration with Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed.
• Assists with recruitment and training of family/community volunteers to participate in the classroom.
• Participate in interdisciplinary planning for children and families to include staffing, multidisciplinary teams, individual education plans and other cross-component coordination efforts.
• 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 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. 

• Must have one of the following qualifications:

• Cleared portable background check.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish language preferred, but not required.
• At least 2-3 years of experience working in a preschool classroom or similar setting is preferred.

• 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 attend occasional evening meetings or trainings.
• 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 110-300-0105(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)
• Paid personal leave (up to 2 days per full school year)
• Work a typical school calendar with winter, spring, and summer break off.

• 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 8 hours per day. Below is an example of a gross monthly paycheck for a full work year:
  • $2,919.60 (step 1/year 1) - $3,285.60 (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)