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Child Care Center Teacher

Wee Care Day Care-Kelso Center
Cowlitz, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a Child Care Center Teacher.

To apply and for more information on available positions, visit our website at https://weecare-daycare.com/careers

General job Duties:

  • Establish and maintain daily schedule
  • Maintain ratio within the classrooms
  • Follow chain of command
  • Lead assistant staff with team work, guidance and respect
  • Complete weekly lesson plans and implementation
  • Individualize lessons and interactions based on the age and developmental level of all children
  • Make necessary accommodations for children with disabilities
  • Make sure all classroom supplies are in rooms for the day
  • Maintain safety and well being of all children in care
  • Document and administer medications and sunscreen, when approved by the child’s parent and Director
  • Document and change diapers every other hour, unless needed. Assist pottying/accidents when needed.
  • Always take attendance and know how many children are within class. Document on attendance sheet.
  • Maintain clean and organized classroom, bathroom, kitchen area, including at nap and at the end of day
  • Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
  • Create a warm, inviting, organized, and stimulating learning environment
  • Maintain organized and defined centers (sensory, housekeeping etc)
  • Routinely check for safety concerns within the classroom, outside the classroom and the playground
  • Decorate room with children’s art work
  • Responsible for serving meals, making accommodations for food allergies and intolerances and documenting of meal counts for each meal
  • Implement effective guidance and discipline techniques
  • Maintain current Background Clearance, CPR, First Aid, annual STARS, BBP and Food Handlers card
  • Maintain confidentiality of children, staff and families
  • Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance
  • Follow Wee Care Day Care Employee Handbook, Health Policy, and Disaster Policy, the WACS, Foundational Skills and Competencies, and Early Achievers standards

Pre-Employment qualifications include:
TB test
Early Childhood Education or experience
Child Care Basic STARS
1st Aid/CPR

Wage is based on experience and level of education.

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • WA ECE Initial Certificate or equivalent preferred

Pay: $17.75 - $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $24

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