Early Childhood Program Specialist 1 – Parent Child Center (50%) (C)

Date of First Consideration:8/12/2026
Applications received by the date of consideration will have priority in the review process, noting the position will remain open until a final hire is made in the event a return for review of late applications is needed.
OFM Salary Range: 36, $20,961 (Step A) - $27,090 (50% of full-time salary)
Salary is set by WA Office of Financial Management and is not negotiable. Salary listed is inclusive of King County Pay Premium.
*Step M at $27,758 (50% of full-time salary) is attainable for those who have 6 consecutive years working in a WA State institution

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The Parent Child Center (PCC) is the home of Shoreline's youngest learners. The Parent Child Center is a licensed childcare facility and early-learning lab located on the campus of Shoreline Community College. We participate in '1 State's Early Achievers program and serve Shoreline Community College students, employees and community members.

Tuition assistance and on-the-job training is available.

Under the direct supervision of the Parent Child Center Director, this position serves as an Assistant Teacher and performs entry level early childhood classroom duties. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in entering the early childhood development field.

Essential Job Duties:

• Preparing and organizing materials used by children for projects
• Monitoring activities such as lunch and nap
• Maintaining a healthy and safe environment
• Keeping accurate daily records
• Assessing the needs of children 0-5 years old
• Serving/cleaning up snacks and meals
• Performing other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Requirements:

• High School Diploma OR equivalent education
• Early Childhood Education (12 credits) or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Current CPR and First Aid training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Completion of the Washington State Training and Registration Systems (STARS) Basic training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment (training assistance available through campus)
• Current Food Handlers permit OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Current TB test (must have negative test prior to employment)
• Current portable background check
• Blood borne pathogen training OR the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Knowledge Of:

• Best practices in age-appropriate activities and discipline for early childhood age groups
• Public health sanitation standards related to diapering, napping, and feeding activities

Skill In:

• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Communicating effectively with a culturally diverse audience
• Maintaining confidentiality and professional/ethical boundaries with families and staff members
• Working independently and as part of a team
• Maintaining a healthy, safe and welcoming environment both inside and outside of the classroom

You can’t check off every listed “Knowledge of” and “Skill in?” Please apply anyway! Studies have shown that some candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification – even if they might be a great fit for the role!Physical Work Environment: 
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position's duties including, but not limited to,

• Sitting/standing for prolonged periods of time at a desk/computer workstation and using repetitive arm, hand and finger movements.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs frequently; ability to push multi-child strollers with up to a 300 lb capacity
• Ability to sit on the floor, move quickly around the classroom, squat, sit on small chairs, and return to standing frequently
• Ability to work both inside and outside of the classroom with exposure to a variety of weather conditions and noise level
• Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen

Terms Of Employment/Salary:
This position is allocated to pay range 36, under the Washington State Office of Financial Management higher education salary schedule. Salary placement for new employees is determined by the College. This position works 40 hours per week, with schedule dependent upon department needs. Hiring of this position is contingent on available funding as determined by the College President.To be considered for this position, please submit the following: 

• NEOGOV online application
• Cover letter describing relevant knowledge, skills, and characteristics that align with the needs of the position
• Current resume

Please Note: 

• Once application materials have been submitted, you may not modify the application
• If you are chosen to move forward in this recruitment, you will be notified via email to the address listed in your application (make sure to check spam/junk folders)

Salary : $20,961 - $27,090