Position Type:
ECEAP Preschool Program
Date Posted:
7/29/2026
Location:
Pasco
Department: Early Learning- ECEAP
Reports To: ECEAP Director
Location: Serves Pasco, and Prosser sites
Classification: Classified - Exempt / .846 FTE (220 days per year)
Schedule: August - June / Monday - Friday /(typical school breaks and most of July off)
Starting Salary: Grade 30: $73,466.80 (Step 1/ Year 1) - $92,684.12 (Step 5/ Year 5)
SUMMARY: The ECEAP Site Coordinator is a full-time position that is responsible for providing leadership and management to the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP). This position oversees the delivery of Early Childhood Education services, which include: indoor and outdoor environments, daily routines, curriculum, adult-child interactions, child guidance, screening and referrals, observation, assessment, and individualization, as well as parent-teacher conferences. This position will cover sites throughout the ESD 123 region.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Provide coordination and support to the ECEAP Program.
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Provide oversight and supervision of ECEAP teaching and family support staff within designated classroom locations.
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Ensure all related performance standards are met within designated time periods.
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Attend local, regional, and statewide meetings to represent the ECEAP Program.
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Foster partnerships with local school districts and community organizations.
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Develop consistent methods for communicating internally and externally.
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Collaborate with community-based organizations that serve culturally diverse and/or underserved populations as appropriate.
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Assist with the coordination and facilitation of special events, meetings, and activities.
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Work in collaboration with program components, including: Home Visiting, Education, Health, Nutrition, Family Engagement, Family Services, Volunteers, and Mental Health.
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Support the implementation of the Early Achievers Quality Recognition System (QRIS) to improve curriculum, learning environments, interactions, and outcomes.
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Perform additional tasks as assigned.
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Maintains confidentiality and abides by all ESD Board Policies and Procedures, as well as ECEAP Performance Standards.
SUPERVISORY:
Provide oversight and supervision of Family Support Staff, and ECEAP classroom staff, including Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Classroom Aides.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs related duties as assigned.*
- Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Related Bachelor's Degree preferred, though may be waived in lieu of any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.
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Experience with supervision and program oversight, with increasing responsibility demonstrated.
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A minimum of two years working with young children in a group setting and experience as an early learning coach, consultant, mentor, or trainer.
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Training on the Early Achievers Coach Framework, or willingness to receive training
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WSP/ FBI background clearance required.
REQUIRES ABILITY TO:
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Hire, supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of staff.
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Function professionally, positively, and effectively as a team member, with appropriate boundaries, while working with staff, parents, volunteers, other agencies, and the community.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, school district staff and administrators, OSPI & DCYF staff, other ESD 123 staff, board members, students, and the general public.
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Uphold program performance standards and requirements.
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Use various computer applications such as word processing, email, internet, spreadsheets, and databases.
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Maintain confidentiality and use appropriate discretion.
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Keep records and be organized.
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Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including using interpreters when needed to communicate with individuals who speak other languages.
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Collaborate with district and state partners to accomplish program objectives
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Appreciate diversity and remain flexible.
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Respond to emergencies and/or non-standard situations both physically and mentally.
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Support and implement ESD policies, regulations, procedures, and administrative directives.
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Perform independent and joint duties with minimal supervision, while operating from established program policies and procedures.
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Perform skilled technical writing for articles, brochures, manuals, web information, workshop synopses, syllabi, workshop worksheets, report generation, and employee reviews.
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Organize and follow through on multiple tasks, address concerns as they arise, meet deadlines, and plan ahead to meet future needs and goals.
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Maintain dress and appearance appropriate to a professional office setting.
Position Benefits:
TRAITS THAT YOU MUST POSSESS:
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Proactive self-starter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
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Flexible and can thrive in a fast paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
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Possess confidence while being humble lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
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Hungry always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step or opportunity.
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Smart have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.
THESE STATEMENTS MUST RESONATE WITH YOU:
"Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."
"I am not sure, but I will find out for you."
"I have not done that before, but I can do it."
"I take a see-it, own-it, solve-it, do-it approach."
ABOUT OUR TEAM AND AGENCY
Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and
" Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission.
We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team!
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is performed primarily in an school setting environment; however, travel is required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation and conferences at local, regional, and state level. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
