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 that allow us to better serve and uplift our community – and each other.
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
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a safe and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes the growth and development of preschool children. This position assists with classroom instruction, child supervision, family engagement, documentation, and daily program operations while maintaining compliance with ECEAP performance standards and agency requirements. The Assistant Teacher collaborates with staff and families to support positive child outcomes and the overall success of the program.
Supervises and interacts with children to extend their learning.
Facilitates small group activities.
Models appropriate and professional practice aligned with ECEAP performance standards.
Assists with record keeping related to attendance, meal counts, parent contact hours, accidents, illnesses, and emergency drills.
Records child observations and assists with child assessments as needed.
Participates in home visits and parent-teacher conferences when appropriate.
Plans, implements, and attends parent/family events, activities, and meetings.
Actively participates in all site-based, county, and agency meetings and in-service trainings.
Performs classroom and program housekeeping tasks.
Translates written and verbal information to children, parents and staff when applicable.
Enriches the cultural relevance of the indoor and outdoor learning environments.
Performs other tasks as directed
The Assistant Teacher contributes to a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment that supports each child's developmental, educational, and social-emotional growth while ensuring compliance with ECEAP standards and program requirements. Through effective collaboration with teaching staff, families, and community partners, this role helps foster strong family engagement, maintain accurate program documentation, and promote positive outcomes for children and the overall success of the early learning program.
All persons serving in the role of ECEAP Assistant Teacher must meet one of the following qualifications, or begin and complete a Professional Development Plan
All employees are required to obtain the following within 30 days of employment or prior to first workday, whichever comes sooner:
A current Infant, Child and Adult First Aid/CPR Certification
HIV/AIDS and Blood-Borne Pathogens Training
Washington State Patrol/MERIT Background Check
Hepatitis B Vaccination (optional)
TB Test
MMR Immunization or Immunity Proof
Food Handler’s Card
Read, speak, stand, walk, sit and use a computer keyboard and monitor.
Hear well enough to communicate with co-workers, children, parents, and volunteers.
Reach above head, bend to the floor, and perform repetitive movements.
Transfer up to 50 lbs. with help.
Have sufficient finger dexterity to open containers, buttons, and zippers.
This position may be exposed to bodily fluids, infections, and odors.
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.
