Preschool Teacher Assistant
Educational Opportunities for Children & Families
Long Beach, WAFull-time$20.28–20.57/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago
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The Preschool Teacher Assistant will support the classroom teacher in delivering a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children ages 3–5, fostering a safe and nurturing environment, preparing materials, supervising play and meals, and assisting with documentation and parent communication.
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Long Beach, WA, USA | Education | Hourly | 20.28-20.57 per hour | Full-time, Part-year
| Medical/Dental/Vision- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays - Education support – EOCF pays for required coursework - Paid STARS - CPR/First Aid training - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - $20,000 Basic Life Insurance- and additional life insurance options- 401K with 3% annual employer contribution - Quarterly employee store passes to Columbia Sportswear and Adidas
Our Mission: To Connect, Empower, and Transform the lives of Children & Families
About EOCF: Educational Opportunities for Children and Families (EOCF) is committed to supporting children and families through developmentally appropriate early learning programs. We believe in empowering staff and equipping classrooms to ensure every child thrives.
Position Summary:
Do you enjoy an active, fun environment?
Are you energized by teamwork and meaningful work with children?
Join EOCF as a Preschool Teacher Assistant in our Long Beach classroom and help us make a lasting difference. In this role, you will assist the classroom teacher in creating and implementing a developmentally appropriate educational experience for children ages 3–5. Hourly wage and maximum budgeted wage are: $20.28 - $20.57 per hour based on experience and qualifications
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the delivery of curriculum aligned with Head Start and ECE best practices.
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Assist in promoting children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
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Help prepare and maintain classroom materials and learning environments.
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Foster a safe, and nurturing atmosphere for all children.
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Assist with documentation, assessments, and parent communication as directed.
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Engage in active supervision of children, including indoor/outdoor play and mealtimes.
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Collaborate with team members to ensure quality and consistency across the classroom.
Fully Qualified Required Qualifications:
Certificate of Proficiency in Early Childhood Education, current CDA certificate, or WA State Initial Certificate in ECE.
Trainee Qualified Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Experience:
One year of experience working with children ages 3–5 in an early childhood setting.
Bilingual highly desired
A training plan may be considered based on qualifications.
Ability to:
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Implement established child development practices, principles and performance standards in a comprehensive classroom environment.
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Maintain confidentiality of records and information.
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Use the team approach to resolving problems or conflicts.
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Perform the physical requirements of the job which include regular crouching, stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting on the floor to assist and engage with children, and outdoors on a playground setting monitoring safe play and supervision.
Interviews to begin as soon a qualified pool of applicants is received
Educational Opportunities for Children and Families ( EOCF) is an EEOC compliant employer.
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