Volunteers of America Western Washington
Early Learning Lead Teacher-LNC (64111)
Volunteers of America Western Washington, Lynnwood, Washington, United States, 98037
About VOAWW
Volunteers of America Western Washington is a non‑profit organization operating in Western Washington for over 125 years. Our Christian roots drive us to put our faith into action for the benefit of every member of the community. We celebrate our unique perspectives and lived experiences that allow us to better serve and uplift our community – and each other. Volunteers of America Western Washington is officially a designated CARE trauma‑informed organization.
Benefits (Full time)
Vacation and Sick Time: Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hours
Competitive compensation
Holidays: 8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent care
Free Employee Assistance program
403(b) Retirement Plan matching
Professional Development opportunities
General Function
Planning curriculum and designing the indoor and outdoor learning environments based upon knowledge of child development, best practice, emergent curriculum and individualized instruction.
Observing, documenting, and assessing children’s growth and development.
Implementing and supervising age‑ and developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive learning activities.
Planning and implementing positive guidance strategies designed to meet the individual needs of the children in care; addressing children’s unmet needs; supporting positive child outcomes; communicating and partnering with the child’s family.
Connecting families to professional resources and services when needed or desired.
Building and sustaining warm, responsive, and positive relationships with all children and families so parents feel welcome and invited to engage and participate in classroom activities.
Principal Activities
Lead the planning and implementation of preschool activities for young children in accordance with Volunteers of America’s policies and procedures.
Observe, record, and assess each child’s growth and development for the purpose of planning individualized activities to meet the unique needs and interests of every child enrolled in his/her classroom.
Provide a safe and healthy learning environment for young children; promoting health, wellness and nutrition through age‑ and developmentally appropriate educational activities.
Make appropriate child referrals as needed or appropriate.
Assist parents in increasing their knowledge, understanding, skills and experience surrounding child growth, development and learning; supporting them as their child’s first and most influential teacher.
Involve and engage families/parents in program planning and activities.
Establish and sustain positive relationships with children, parents, service agencies, volunteers, community partners, and co‑workers.
Maintain attendance, meal count, parent contact hours, accidents, and illness records.
Establish, implement, and review plans for transitioning children into kindergarten.
Attend parent/family events and activities.
Attend and actively participate in all site‑based, agency staff meetings and in‑service trainings.
Supervise, coach and mentor assistant teachers, student‑interns, parent and community volunteers.
Other duties as assigned by the program manager/site coordinator and/or program director.
Qualifications
Associate or higher degree with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education.
Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education (Pre‑K‑Grade 3) or Early Childhood Special Education.
Current infant, child and adult first aid/CPR certification.
HIV/AIDS and Blood‑Borne Pathogens training.
Portable background check.
Hepatitis B vaccination.
TB test.
Food handler’s card.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment‑related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training
Industries: Health and Human Services
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Benefits (Full time)
Vacation and Sick Time: Vacation up to 200 hours, Sick time up to 108.64 hours
Competitive compensation
Holidays: 8 paid per year + 2 paid floating holidays
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA) medical & dependent care
Free Employee Assistance program
403(b) Retirement Plan matching
Professional Development opportunities
General Function
Planning curriculum and designing the indoor and outdoor learning environments based upon knowledge of child development, best practice, emergent curriculum and individualized instruction.
Observing, documenting, and assessing children’s growth and development.
Implementing and supervising age‑ and developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive learning activities.
Planning and implementing positive guidance strategies designed to meet the individual needs of the children in care; addressing children’s unmet needs; supporting positive child outcomes; communicating and partnering with the child’s family.
Connecting families to professional resources and services when needed or desired.
Building and sustaining warm, responsive, and positive relationships with all children and families so parents feel welcome and invited to engage and participate in classroom activities.
Principal Activities
Lead the planning and implementation of preschool activities for young children in accordance with Volunteers of America’s policies and procedures.
Observe, record, and assess each child’s growth and development for the purpose of planning individualized activities to meet the unique needs and interests of every child enrolled in his/her classroom.
Provide a safe and healthy learning environment for young children; promoting health, wellness and nutrition through age‑ and developmentally appropriate educational activities.
Make appropriate child referrals as needed or appropriate.
Assist parents in increasing their knowledge, understanding, skills and experience surrounding child growth, development and learning; supporting them as their child’s first and most influential teacher.
Involve and engage families/parents in program planning and activities.
Establish and sustain positive relationships with children, parents, service agencies, volunteers, community partners, and co‑workers.
Maintain attendance, meal count, parent contact hours, accidents, and illness records.
Establish, implement, and review plans for transitioning children into kindergarten.
Attend parent/family events and activities.
Attend and actively participate in all site‑based, agency staff meetings and in‑service trainings.
Supervise, coach and mentor assistant teachers, student‑interns, parent and community volunteers.
Other duties as assigned by the program manager/site coordinator and/or program director.
Qualifications
Associate or higher degree with the equivalent of 30 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education.
Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Early Childhood Education (Pre‑K‑Grade 3) or Early Childhood Special Education.
Current infant, child and adult first aid/CPR certification.
HIV/AIDS and Blood‑Borne Pathogens training.
Portable background check.
Hepatitis B vaccination.
TB test.
Food handler’s card.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all employment‑related decisions are made without consideration of individuals’ race, sex, age, national origin, disability status or any other protected characteristic.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Education and Training
Industries: Health and Human Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Volunteers of America Western Washington by 2x.
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