Lead Teacher/Family Services Advocate I or II

We're pleased to announce an opportunity for the position of Lead Teacher/Family Services Advocate I or II within the Head Start Department.

• Location:** Colville, WA (Smart Start)
• Status:** Full-Time
• Offered At:** Lead I $21.96 - $23.75 per/hr./ Lead II $23.93 - $25.88
• Salary Range:** Lead I $21.96 -- $58.53 per/hr./ Lead II $23.93 - $63.80 (Represents the low and high end of the total salary range for this position)
• [Summary
  
  

]{.underline}**Provides information, assistance and comprehensive case management services to individuals and families. Assesses needs, develops and monitors implementation of service plans, makes appropriate referrals and serves as a client advocate with other service providers. Implement trauma-invested practices that support social emotional and self-regulation skills. Knowledge of related community resources and state and federal requirements specific to the area of service.

**[Benefits Information]{.underline}**

Medical and Dental insurance options for employees and families

Vision and Life insurance as well as other auxiliary insurance options

403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% matching contribution

Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options

12 paid vacation days in the first year of employment

12 paid sick leave days per year

11 paid holidays per year

**[General Responsibilities (Essential Functions)]{.underline}**

• Supervise and conduct educational preschool classes using research-based curricula; ensure the physical environment and lesson plans meet developmentally appropriate standards for children ages three to five.
• Recruit, enroll, and support families through initial interviews, needs assessments, orientation, and ongoing communication; provide advocacy, case management, and referrals to community resources.
• Monitor child development and educational outcomes, including conducting screenings, assessments, and creating individual child plans; track progress and ensure follow-up on health and dental services.
• Coordinate and facilitate family engagement activities, including Parent Teacher Conferences, Home Visits, parent events, and policy committee involvement; support parents in setting goals and accessing resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation and data systems for children, families, and program services; oversee classroom and building maintenance; contribute to program development and attend required trainings and meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

**[Education & Experience]{.underline}**

*[Lead Teacher/Advocate Level I:]{.underline}*

High school diploma or GED **[and]{.underline} o**ne of the following educational certificates or degrees:

• An Associate degree in Early Childhood Education; **or**
• An Associate degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major relating to ECE; **[or]{.underline}**
• A Professional Development Plan to meet one of the above educational requirements completed within the required time frame **[and]{.underline}** at least one year experience working with children in an educational preschool.
• One year experience working with adults in an educational or social service capacity. Experience as a supervisor preferred.
  
  

*[Lead Teacher/Advocate Level II:]{.underline}*

A Baccalaureate, or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education; **[or]{.underline}**

A Baccalaureate or advanced degree in a related field to Early Childhood Education, and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education.

• [and]{.underline}** two years experience working with children in an educational preschool.
  
  

Two years experience working with adults i