Preschool Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Olympia, Washington, United States Child Care Action Council Full time
Position Overview

The Child Care Action Council (CCAC) is a dedicated non-profit organization focused on fostering and enhancing early learning environments where families and children can flourish. Our initiatives are designed to assist both childcare providers and families, collaborating with a wide array of individuals and organizations at local, regional, and state levels. Through these partnerships, we strive to achieve our objectives related to equity, inclusion, and social justice. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to cultivating a diverse workforce.

Role Summary

The Preschool Support Specialist plays a crucial role in delivering enriching experiences for preschool-aged children. This position involves facilitating engaging, age-appropriate activities under the guidance of the lead educator and/or educational manager, providing administrative support to classroom personnel, ensuring a clean and safe learning environment, and assisting with the supervision of students during transportation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support educators in implementing age-appropriate activities (e.g., games, arts, music, science, language, nutrition) by engaging with individual or small groups of children to reinforce learning concepts and address their needs.
  • Guide students by enforcing classroom rules and providing constructive discipline and support.
  • Oversee children during various indoor and outdoor activities (e.g., meals, snack times, rest periods, group or individual play) to ensure a safe and positive atmosphere.
  • Prepare and distribute educational and recreational materials to provide necessary resources for students and assist the teacher.
  • Assist children with personal needs (e.g., fastening shoes, putting on mittens, hats, coats) during transport, ensuring safe loading and unloading from vehicles.
  • Secure students and/or equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, seat belts) on transportation for their safety and well-being.
  • Maintain classroom supplies and work areas to ensure availability and uphold a clean and safe learning environment.
  • Perform clerical tasks (e.g., copying, attendance tracking) to support classroom operations.
  • Report observations and incidents (e.g., behavioral issues, accidents) to appropriate personnel for effective communication.
  • Document activities and prepare written materials to provide reliable information and comply with program standards.
  • Encourage positive habits to enhance student outcomes and foster development.
  • Engage positively with children, families, and colleagues.
  • Uphold confidentiality in all interactions.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience working or volunteering in early childhood settings. Familiarity with ECEAP, Head Start, or other state Pre-K programs is advantageous. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, is also preferred.

Essential Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience working with young children.
Position Requirements
  • DCYF Portable Background Check.
  • Proof of a recent negative TB test.
  • Certification in Infant/Child CPR/First Aid.
  • Food handler's card.
  • Commitment to initial and ongoing professional development.
Additional Information
  • This role involves working 8 hours per day (Monday to Friday) during the academic year, with potential for additional hours as needed.
  • The compensation for this position is $21.10 per hour, with a $1.00/hour wage enhancement for regular use of Spanish and an additional $0.50/hour for a third language.
Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume along with a document addressing the following questions:

  1. What interests you about this position?
  2. What experience do you have working with young children?
  3. What do you wish to achieve differently in your next role compared to your current one?
Benefits

We offer health insurance (80% employer contribution), dental and vision coverage starting the first day of the month following hire, an employer-funded retirement plan, and paid sick leave and holidays.

About Us

The Child Care Action Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and nurturing early learning communities where families and children can thrive. Our programs support both childcare providers and families, and we work collaboratively with a diverse range of individuals and organizations to advocate for children and their families. Through these partnerships, we aim to fulfill our mission of equity, inclusion, and social justice.

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