Fill In Teacher Assistant (Susan Wilbur Early Education Center)

JOB TITLE:  SWEEC Teacher Assistant

DEPARTMENT:  Childcare

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Child Care Assistant supports the Lead Teacher in the planning and presentation of classroom activities, participates in all general housekeeping duties and is responsible for assigned daily duties in the classroom

JOB DUTIES:

•    Accountable for following Child Care Center policies and procedures. 
•    Under guidance from Director, and Lead Teacher.
•    Provide direction for children in accordance with Center policies and procedures.
•    Provides customer service to parents and Families, greets all Families and children. 
•    Establishes relationships with all children.
•    Maintains strict confidentiality.
•    Responsible for daily classroom duties as assigned by lead teacher or supervisor.
•    Provides direct support to children in classroom.
•    Supports individual children who experience difficulties in a group.
•    Assists in the oversight of general physical environment, including cleanliness, and awareness of health and safety guidelines of Tribal Child Care licensing and Tribal Code.

•    Works effectively with other department directors and staff to achieve Tribal goals.
•    Attend various meetings and conferences representing the Tribe.
•    Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such Duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Degree required for this position- High school diploma or equivalent Certification required.
•    Working knowledge of child development
•    Familiarity with computer systems, word processing and email
•    Years of experience 0 – 5 years.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

•    Participating, or willing to participate, in the Washington State Stackable Certificates Program - Early Childhood Education.
•    Willingness to complete certification required immediately upon hire: Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP), TB test, Portable Background Check (PBC), Food Handler card, Safe Sleep, Shaken baby syndrome.
•    Willingness to complete certification: CPR/First Aid within 30 days of hire, 30 hours STARS Basic Child Care within 90 days of hire.
•    Ability to provide excellent customer service.
•    Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•    Ability to maintain a positive attitude and work ethic.
•    Experience in establishing effective working relationships with diverse groups and individuals.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

POLICIES AND INSTRUCTIONS

The Tribe complies with the Tribal Preference policy outlined in the Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance (TERO), STC Title 14, Chapter 1, Subsection 14.01.120(A)(2) of the Swinomish Tribal Code.

1. The Tribe strives for a drug-free workplace environment. Drug and alcohol screening at time of hire is mandatory in sensitive and hazardous positions and where required by the job announcement/description or positions working with Tribal youth.
2. Read the job announcement and position description carefully.
3. Complete all requested information on the application. Do not write "see resume."
4. Read the information in the signature area carefully, then sign and date the application.