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Classroom Teacher

Pierce College
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Position Summary:

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities to a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. The Pierce College District is committed to being an anti-racist institution; to truly be anti-racist we must work deliberately to eliminate barriers that have prevented the most promising and capable students from entering and thriving in college. We work to ensure that every student in the Pierce College District feels valued, respected, and inspired to achieve their goals. We provide a brave space for Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ/QTPOC students, students with disabilities, and all students and staff to seek refuge, and an opportunity for them to cultivate their strengths, intelligence, resilience, and creativity.To learn more about our Equity, Engagement, and Belonging efforts, please visit: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/equity-engagement-and-belonging.

The Classroom Teacher (Program Specialist 2) will deliver direct early childhood educational instruction and activities tailored to the requirements of children aged one (1) year to five (5) years enrolled in the Child Development Center. The Classroom Teacher will be responsible for planning lessons, documenting and assessing children's work, supervising the children, and engaging with parents and other adults in the center. This position reports to the District Director of Child Development.

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Essential Functions:

Classroom Supervision and Personal Interactions

  • Direct children in educational activities daily, as well as during lunch, nap time, free time, field trips, and transitions between activities and playground periods.
  • Create engaging environments that support children as they discover and make sense of materials.
  • Maintain awareness of children and staff in the classroom to ensure legal ratios are upheld and to ensure that each child is given appropriate levels of individual attention and guidance.
  • Implement guidance techniques that respect the individuality of each child.
  • Encourage language development.
  • Foster independence and self-help skills.
  • Provide instruction to children as needed in the use of materials and offer opportunities for concept and skill development.
  • Respond to children with respect, courtesy, and an understanding of their developmental stage of growth.
  • Communicate with the Director/Pedagogical Leader and Lead Teacher regarding information and insights that affect the efficient and cohesive functioning of the program.

Program Support

  • Assist with the maintenance of a healthy and safe environment, pursuant to state and national guidelines involving appropriate cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting classroom and playground environments, as well as ensuring materials used within meet necessary standards (age-appropriate, condition, etc.).
  • Complete observations and documentation on children, entering data into an online assessment tool.
  • Use observations to plan lessons for children, inform the teaching team, and communicate with the child's family.
  • Prepare materials for presentation to children under the direction of the Supervisor or Director.
  • Function as a member of a team-oriented staff and participate in staff meetings, in-service training, and District activities.
  • Comply with state requirements and adhere to policies as stated in the Child Development Center handbook.
  • Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for children aged one (1) year to five (5) years.
  • Utilize opportunities to expand knowledge and expertise relating to Early Childhood Program Specialist position.
  • May direct the work of work study, practicum students, volunteers, and lower level staff, as needed or assigned.

Customer Service

  • Communicate routinely with team members, parents, work-study, practicum, and hourly workers in an open and professional manner that demonstrates respect for diverse learning styles, cultural differences, and explains procedures and program routines to all of the above.
  • Assess growth and development of children in classrooms using provided tools, and participate in Program Development.
  • Periodically assess classroom and program strengths and needs through participation in facilitated team meetings and annual staff surveys.
  • Communicate any problems, questions, concerns, and suggestions in a timely manner with Early Childhood Program Specialist 4 and/or Director.
  • Periodically assess each child’s developmental progress using provided assessment and documentation tools.
  • Receive visitors and handle telephone inquiries, providing support to front office staff as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director or Early Childhood Program Specialist 4.

Required Education:

An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human Development, Home Economics, Family Studies, Social Work, or Special Education with at least 20 credits in Early Childhood Education or a related field of study OR equivalent work experience. For an Associate's Degree, the equivalent work experience is considered to be two (2) years.

Education to Experience Equivalences:

Associates Degree = 2 years | Bachelors Degree = 4 years | Masters Degree = 5 years

Required Experience:

  • Minimum of one (1) year experience working with children from one (1) to five (5) years old enrolled in a group setting including program planning as well as developing and presenting educational activities and/or lesson plans.

Special Requirements

  • In accordance with Head Start regulations, individuals are required to have successfully completed a portable background check through the DCYF MERIT system and provide Pierce College with the results at the time of hire.
  • The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.
  • Written proof of Tuberculin (TB) testing prior to starting work.
  • Written proof of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine prior to starting work.
  • Valid Food Handlers Permit upon employment.
  • Valid First Aid and CPR Card upon employment.
  • Completion of HIV/AIDS training upon employment.
  • Valid Washington State Driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Application Requirements:

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

  • Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
  • Complete the online application profile at: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr.
  • Apply for the specific job opening.
  • Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement. (Cover Letter)
  • Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
  • Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position; however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education. Please upload current copies of your transcripts, if available. Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts must include degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members (Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). (Transcripts)
  • Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. At least one reference must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)
  • Provide a response to the following question. (Supplemental Question):  "How does this position impact the College's goal to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission?" Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.

Special Note: To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.