Child Development Center Teacher

Seattle, WA

Full Time

Program Services-Delivery

Entry Level

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization

Child Development Center Teacher - Posting #27172

Hourly Rate: $20.00

Position Summary:

Full time teaching position available for our Child Development Center in Seattle, WA. The Child Development Center Teacher is responsible for planning and implementing activities for an assigned classroom. CDC Teacher must have knowledge of child development as evidence by professional references, education, experience and on-the-job performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The responsibilities and duties of The Child Development Center Teacher include but are not limited to the following:

Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate programming including the writing of weekly lesson plans based on children’s needs and interests.
Develop an anti-bias culturally relevant curriculum.
Setting up the environment to meet and challenge the changing needs of the children and to stimulate curiosity.
Responsibility for setting the tone for and maintaining classroom discipline.
Demonstrate verbally and by role modeling a sound knowledge of good teaching practices and of child growth and development.
Maintain a safe, clean and pleasant environment.
Tend to the physical care, safety and wellbeing of all the children in the group.
Participate in staff meeting discussions regarding the program activities.
Provide information to parents regarding their children as well as general child development information.
Participate in Sea Mar sponsored and /or community events.
Actively participate in the Intergenerational Program through, daily greetings and departures with Home Care Residents, full engagement between the children and resident, this includes thoroughly planned activities that are developmentally appropriate for both children and residents.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The Child Development Center Teacher will have an understanding of children growth and development and the ability to apply this understanding through planning activities, areas and materials that encourage the children in problem solving and independent play. The CDC Teacher must have the ability to instruct other adults and to work with all children in an appropriate manner. Must be willing to accept supervision and maintain positive relationships with children, co-workers and parents. Must have the ability to meet the social and emotional, physical and developmental needs of the children, maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment and possess knowledge of nutrition, health, and first aid. Must be able to observe and document children’s behavior and maintain children’s educational records. She/he must possess skills, awareness and willingness to work effectively with children and families with special needs and disabilities. This person must also have a willingness to read, to learn and to increase his/her own understanding of child development workshops, classes and study.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Must possess the ability to read and understand Early Children Education journals and reports.
Must have ability to respond to common inquires or concerns from families.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

AA required, CDA required or equivalent degree in Early Childhood Education.
30 hours initial STARS training required within the first 6 months of employment.
Two years’ work experience in a child care setting required.
CDC Teacher must have experience with and the ability to relate to children and families from diverse racial and economic backgrounds.
Must complete HIV and Child Abuse and Neglect training as required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, RESISTRATIONS:

Must have and maintain current Food Handlers Permit, and take required annual TB test.
This position must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR within 90 days of hire date and is required to maintain current BLS CPR throughout employment.

What We Offer:

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours more, receive an excellent benefit package of:

Medical
Dental
Vision
Prescription coverage
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.

We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Diana Elenes, Children's Services Director, at [email protected].

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted 11/26/2024

External candidates considered are after 11/29/2024

This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

Please visit our website to learn more about us at www.seamar.org. You may also apply thru our Career page at https://www.seamar.org/jobs-general.html

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