Early Childhood Program Specialist 2

Description

Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 (Toddler)

Salary: $38,004 - $50,328

Classification: Classified

Reports to: Director of SBELA

This position will remain open for a minimum of seven (7) days. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time after the minimum posting period once a sufficient applicant pool has been established. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A.

Olympic College has an opening for an Early Childhood Program Specialist 2. The Sophia Bremer Early Learning Academy provides quality, comprehensive early learning services for the Olympic College community. The Early Childhood Program Specialist 2 is the assistant teacher role in the classroom, which requires working with children that range in age from birth to 5. The assistant teacher is responsible for supporting the lead teacher with classroom activities, developing positive relationships with children and families and to provide assistance in creating a quality learning environment. The assistant teacher serves as a part of a diverse and responsive team, requiring strong collaboration skills, professionalism, and integrity in interactions with children, families, colleagues, and community partners. In addition to being responsible for assuring full compliance with all legal, accreditation, and other standards, the assistant teacher also participates in accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement processes. All teachers are expected to meet pre-service requirements upon hire, remain current in training and service requirements, and engage in early childhood education best practices to support practicum students in the daily application of these practices.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to the Program Specialist 2 (Toddler Assistant Teacher)
• Takes instruction from the lead teacher to setup and implement classroom activities daily
• Providing guidance and additional support to when needed to provide individualized instruction
• Under the direction of the lead teacher or supervisor, meet with parents quarterly or as needed to communicate children's developmental and progress toward individual learning goals (ILP) to ensure school readiness goals are met.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and hygiene to ensure high level of standard hygiene and reduce the risk of illness and infection
• Prepare the soap, water, and sanitizing bottles each morning.
• Clean and sanitize surfaces (tabletops, counters, chairs, etc.) using soap, water, and provided sanitizers and following the established department procedures and policies throughout the day including after meals and activities.
• Maintain student files (digital and paper) ensuring they include assessments, screenings, documentations, or any other pertinent information that should be in the student’s file.
• Independently review files following procedures to ensure established deadlines are met.
• Document follow up that are related transition plans, ILPs, and individual education plan (IEP)
• Other duties as assigned
• Attend required trainings to remain in compliance and remain up to date with current federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in meetings with staff, families, external partners and specialists, and center activities to build effective and positive relationships.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) State Certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience caring or children from birth to 5 years in a center-based program.
• One year of experience working with low-income families.
• One year of working with families from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
• Knowledge of substance abuse issues, child abuse, neglect, and domestic violence.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to maintain accurate and confidential records.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education from an accredited higher education institution.
• One (1) year FTE experience working in Head Start, Early Head Start, or Early Childhood Education and Assistant Programs (ECEAP); children with disabilities; and families of community college students.
  
  

Successful Applicants Will

• Satisfy all DCYF requirements for this role for Early Learning Programs, pursuant to WAC 110-300-0100;
• Must pass the DCYF Portable Background Check and an OC criminal records background check.
• Official college transcripts are required for verification if hired.
• Prior to employment, the candidate must show proof of all necessary immunizations, certifications, and tests, including a Tuberculosis (TB) Test, MMR vaccination, and all necessary STARS certification requirements; and within 1 month after the date of hire, the employee will need to complete all necessary training, including certifications and educational requirements as established by state and federal guidelines, WAC and Licensing Training, Child Care Basics Training, Safe Sleep Training, Abusive Head Trauma Training, Mandated Reporter Training, Medication Management Training Families Experiencing Homelessness Training, Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Training, Blood Borne Pathogens Training, CPR & First Aid for Infants and Children certificate, and Food Handlers Permit; and
• Maintain all certifications and training including educational requirements as established by state and federal guidelines.
  
  

Working Conditions

This position requires punctuality and regular attendance. Work occurs both inside and outside. There is occasional exposure to blood and other bodily fluids. Occasional evening and weekend training may be required.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. This position will require the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Caregivers will be expected to bend, squat, stoop, and get up and down from the floor with ease.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Benefits

This is a full-time classified position scheduled to work 40 hours a week, with a salary range of $38,004 -$50,3287 annually. All classified positions will start their salary at Step A, when you have completed six months of probation, you will receive a 5 percent pay increase. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA) Union. Classified positions qualify for the following benefits:

Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, Department of Retirement Systems Plan 2 or Plan 3, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, Aflac, 11 paid holidays, leave – vacation/sick/personal holiday/personal leave, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.

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Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required by WB HB 2327.
• The employee must reside inWashington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.
  
  

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.
  
  

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

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Human Resources

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Benefits include vacation, sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.

01

Do you possess a Early Childhood Education (ECE) State Certificate?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Describe your level of education.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
  
  

03

Describe the years of experience you have caring for children from birth to 5 years in a center-based program.

• 0-1 years
• 1-4 years
• 5 years
  
  

04

Describe the years of experience you have working with low-income families.

• 0-1 years
• 1-4 years
• 5 years
  
  

05

How many years of experience do you have working with families from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds?

• 0-1 years
• 1-4 years
• 5 years
  
  

06

Describe your level of knowledge of substance abuse issues, child abuse, neglect and domestic violence.

• Beginner
• Intermediate Knowledge
• Advanced Knowledge
  
  

07

Describe your level of proficiency with computer skills.

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

08

Do you have experience maintaining accurate and confidential records, or the ability to do so effectively?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question