Posted: Mar 6, 2026

Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood Program Specialist 1) Infant/Toddler & Preschool

Spokane Colleges - Spokane, WA

Application Deadline: N/A

Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood Program Specialist 1) Infant/Toddler & Preschool - Head Start - Permanent, Hourly

Spokane Colleges

Location:Positions are available at various sites

Department: DIST HS/EHS/ECEAP Administration

Salary Range: $18.75 - $24.83

Open continuous.

Starting salary for this position is: $18.75 (Hourly)

The Spokane Colleges Head Start/ECEAP/Early Head Start program is hiring for a permanent, hourly Assistant Teacher position that supports over 1,600 children and their families. The role involves assisting in the daily operations of an early childhood classroom, following direction from Lead and Associate Teachers. Salary increases occur every year for the first 12 months and continue approximately every 12 months until the top of the salary range is met, with each step being about a 5% raise.

The Assistant Teacher will help prepare and implement both classroom and outdoor daily routines and activities while supporting individual learning opportunities. Responsibilities also include developing and documenting an early childhood curriculum, assessing the developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and promoting children's health through adherence to Individual Health Plans (IHP). The position involves maintaining required documentation, conducting developmental screenings, and ensuring parental involvement in classroom activities.

Candidates should possess several competencies, including being action-oriented, collaborative, and adaptable. Minimum qualifications require current First Aid/CPR training or the ability to obtain it, alongside effective communication skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism. Knowledge of proper care techniques, like diapering and sanitation, is also necessary. Desired qualifications include experience in childcare or equivalent education, an Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate or Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate, and familiarity with working with diverse, low-income families.

Physical requirements for the role involve the ability to work actively indoors and outdoors, handling weights up to 50 lbs occasionally, and ongoing communication with others. Employment conditions ensure the position is overtime eligible, with a required medical exam and background checks, including checks for criminal history and child abuse. Applicants must be able to provide documentation of U. S. citizenship or permission to work in the U. S. and are encouraged to work within a diverse educational environment.

Benefits for this position include medical, dental, life insurance, and retirement plans. Employees accrue vacation and sick leave starting from the first month of employment. Applicants need to submit a complete application packet that includes a resume and references. For questions about the application process or to request accommodations, candidates should reach out to HR at the provided email.

Spokane Colleges is committed to equal opportunity in education and employment, not discriminating based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, or other statuses covered by law.

Direct all inquiries or grievances regarding access, Title IX, ADA, equal opportunity compliance, and/or grievances to:
Frederick Davis, MA
Chief Human Resources Officer
Spokane Colleges
P.O. Box 6000, MS1004
Spokane, WA. 99217-6000
509-434-5040 / mailto:[email protected].

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6980112

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