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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Spokane&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.del.wa.gov&quot;&gt;http://www.del.wa.gov&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;The Washington State Department of Early Learning (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt;)  helps ensure all children in Washington have high-quality early learning opportunities that prepare them for success in school and life. We work in partnership with parents, families, caregivers, and early learning professionals to offer information and resources that support healthy child development. Learn more about &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt; at www.del.wa.gov. &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Position Overview and Key Responsibilities&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;We are currently seeking an Eastern Region Administrator working out of our Spokane office. The Eastern Region Administrator oversees early learning child care licensing activities in the Eastern region of Washington.  This leader is responsible for the regional operation of early learning and child care licensing which includes: personnel management, resource management, monitoring of budget and consistent application and implementation of policy, procedure and practice related to Washington Administrative Code and department initiatives.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;The Eastern Region Administrator is responsible for fostering positive and collaborative working relationships with internal and community partners. Communicates objective information to and from the region and for coordination at the regional level of department focused initiatives in: policy; IT projects and updates and quality rating improvement.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Desirable Qualifications&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt; is most interested in candidates who meet or exceed the following criteria:&#10;*Possess a Bachelor’s degree in sociology, education, early learning, public administration or related field,&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*Demonstrated supervisory or managerial leadership experience, preferably in Washington state government,&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*Excellent written and oral communication skills,&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*Previous experience working in an agency or organization with a focus on regulatory practices and an understanding of state government operations to include legislative processes, external awareness particularly related to policy or project implementation and interdependence of child care systems.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*Ability to positively represent the agency in effective communications with the public, government agencies, and special interest organizations on relevant issues.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*Ability to positively influence change, manage conflict and perform both as a team member and in independent judgment situations.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Annual Compensation   $58,000 &amp;#8211; $68,000 DOQ&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Washington State offers a solid benefits package that includes a state retirement plan, deferred compensation, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, a full array of health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance coverage, and other optional benefit programs.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application procedure&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following information:&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*A letter of interest (addressing the elements listed in the Desirable Qualifications section of this announcement);&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;*A current resume;&lt;br /&gt;&#10; &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Submit application materials to: &amp;#8220;HR@del.wa.gov&amp;#8221;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Please include your last name and the position title in the subject line of your email.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;If e-mail is not possible, mail application packet to:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Washington State Department of Early Learning—Human Resources Department&lt;br /&gt;&#10;PO Box 40970 Olympia, WA 98504-0970&lt;br /&gt;&#10;&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FAX&lt;/span&gt; to 360/407-1437&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Candidate evaluation will be ongoing and it will be to the applicant’s advantage to submit materials by February 14, 2012. &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;The Department of Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please call 360.725.4922 or fax 360.407.1437.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/504/early-learning-and-child-care-licensing-eastern-region-administrator-at-washington-state-department-of-early-learning/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
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  <title>[full-time] Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Eastern Region Administrator at Washington State Department of Early Learning</title>
  <dc:date>2012-02-01 14:17:02</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Seattle&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Head Start Classroom Substitute&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Puget Sound Educational Service District (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PSESD&lt;/span&gt;) is a premier regional agency that provides innovative pre-K to 12 services and leadership. We are committed to success for each child and eliminating the opportunity gap.  Foundational to our work is a shared commitment to equity and inclusion, and cultural competence by staff, volunteers, and interns. We are seeking on-call Head Start Site Substitutes to assist Head Start Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Classroom Aides in providing quality services to preschoolers and their families. The positions are based in White Center and are part an innovative Educare Program and White Center Early Learning Initiative (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;WCELI&lt;/span&gt;) which provides services to children and families in the multi-cultural communities of White Center and Burien.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Successful candidates must obtain Food Handler&amp;#8217;s Permit , CPR/First Aide Certificate and Tuburculosis test ( within the last 6 months)  prior to employment.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Please email resume including previous child care experience and 2 current references.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Schedule:  On-call position.  Minimum $ 12 hr, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DOE&lt;/span&gt;.   No benefits.  For more information, contact  kkugler@psesd.org&lt;br /&gt;&#10;NO &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CALLS&lt;/span&gt;  &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PLEASE&lt;/span&gt;. &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Puget Sound &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; is an Equal Opportunity Employer.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/502/head-start-classroom-substitute-at-educare-elc/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
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  <title>[part-time] Head Start Classroom Substitute at Educare ELC</title>
  <dc:date>2012-01-30 13:19:30</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Port Orchard, WA&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.oessd.wednet.edu&quot;&gt;http://www.oessd.wednet.edu&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Job Summary: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Plan and implement Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; child development services in partnership and coordination with the site Direct Services Team and families, promoting positive relationships at all times.  Supervise Assistant Teacher and volunteers in the classroom.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Essential Job Functions: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Plan a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum that integrates all aspects of program priorities, incorporates best developmentally appropriate practices, and assures an optimum learning environment for young children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Establish and maintain an effective system of involving parents in developing children’s individual learning goals, preparing curriculum plans, documenting and recording children’s learning, and measuring child outcomes.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Ensure program Performance Standards and developmentally appropriate practices, program goals, and program priorities are met.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Work in partnership with parents and staff in planning and implementing child and family activities in the program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Train, supervise and support assistants and classroom volunteers.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Perform developmental screening and maintain a healthy, safe and developmentally appropriate program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Provide opportunities for parents to learn about the growth and development of their children, including ways to increase connections between school and home.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Participate in center team meetings, family staffing, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;IEP&lt;/span&gt; meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings, parent meetings, and other parent center activities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Collaborate with school district staff to support children with special needs.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;10.&#9;Attend all required trainings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;11.&#9;Plan and participate in home visits and parent conferences.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;12.&#9;Support parent involvement in the classroom and other educational opportunities for parents.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;13.&#9;Work as part of a Direct Service Team that empowers families in meeting family and child goals.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;14.&#9;Maintain all required documentation including classroom records, daily meal counts, attendance records &amp; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;USDA&lt;/span&gt; worksheets.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;15.&#9;Write a monthly parent newsletter.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;16.&#9;Maintain, purchase and request equipment and supplies.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;17.&#9;Assist in maintaining the facility to meet state licensing standards.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Other Job Functions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Perform other duties as assigned.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Qualifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Education and Experience:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or related field and a minimum of one year experience working in a pre-school or kindergarten.  Two years experience required for &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; positions.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;&amp;#8212;OR—&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Associate’s Degree (or equivalent) with emphasis in Early Childhood Education or related field and a minimum of two years experience working in a pre-school or kindergarten. &#10;        &amp;#8212;OR—&#10;&#9;Current &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDA&lt;/span&gt; and evidence of working on Associate’s Degree with emphasis in early childhood education &#10;&#9;(or equivalent) to be completed within three years and a minimum of two/three years experience working in a preschool or kindergarten.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Experience working with low-income families, diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Experience working with children with disabilities is preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Prior Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; experience or former Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; parent, preferred.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Lead Teacher Head Start&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Page 2&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Required Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Positive human relations and interpersonal skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Excellent verbal and written communication skills&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Basic knowledge of computer use.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Familiarity with community resources preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Ability to maintain program confidentiality policies.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Ability to work occasional evenings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Ability to travel; reliable transportation.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Licenses and/or Certifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;None required&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;TO BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CONSIDERED&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FOR&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;THIS&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;POSITION&lt;/span&gt; A &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;COMPLETE&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;APPLICATION&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PACKET&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;MUST&lt;/span&gt; BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;SUBMITTED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our website at www.oesd.wednet.edu to view a list of current openings and to download an application packet.  You can mail your completed application to:  Attn Personnel, Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114, 105 National Ave N., Bremerton, WA  98312.  You may also fax your application to 360-478-6869.  This position screens on February 7, 2012. Application materials must be received by 4:00pm on that date.  Please reference job number1112-22.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your interest in Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/496/lead-teacher-givens-head-start-at-olympic-esd-114/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
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  <title>[full-time] Lead Teacher, Givens Head Start at Olympic ESD 114</title>
  <dc:date>2012-01-25 13:30:46</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Tacoma&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.psesd.org&quot;&gt;http://www.psesd.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Puget Sound Educational Service District (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PSESD&lt;/span&gt;) is a premier regional agency that provides innovative pre-K to 12 services and leadership. We are committed to success for each child and eliminating the opportunity gap.  Foundational to our work is a shared commitment to equity and inclusion, and cultural competence by staff, volunteers, and interns.  &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PSESD&lt;/span&gt; seeks a Native American Early Learning Coordinator to coordinate and support innovative classroom services for early childhood (ages birth to 5) learning programs and schools to reach and support Native American/Alaska Native children and their families (Job #120112001). &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Successful candidate has a BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development, or other related area, and experience working with Native American/Alaska Native children in early childhood (birth to 5) settings, including direct EC classroom experience and experience in early childhood curriculum development (AA degree in job-related area and increasing levels of job-related experience may substitute for BA degree).  Experience in using data to inform instruction and record keeping preferred.  Experience working with Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; and/or low-income families a plus. &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Positions based in Fife, with travel to various areas in Pierce County.  Schedule:  PT (8 hrs/day, 32 hrs/wk); school year (~155 days/yr).  Salary:  $175.04 &amp;#8211; $198.08/day, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DOE&lt;/span&gt;.  Positions expected to continue through June 2013, with possibility of extension contingent upon funding.  Excellent benefit/retirement package.  Open until filled;  for best consideration, submit complete application by Tuesday, February 7, 2012.   For more information and to complete our online application, visit the Job Openings page of Puget Sound ESD’s website at www.psesd.org.  &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PSESD&lt;/span&gt; Job Line: 425.917.7616; 253.778.7616, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;TTY&lt;/span&gt; 425.917.7833.  &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Puget Sound &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; is an Equal Opportunity Employer. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/495/native-american-early-learning-program-coordinator-job-120112001-at-puget-sound-esd/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
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  <title>[part-time] Native American Early Learning Program Coordinator (Job #120112001) at Puget Sound ESD</title>
  <dc:date>2012-01-23 12:07:10</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Lacey, WA.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.del.wa.gov &quot;&gt;http://www.del.wa.gov &lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;We are currently seeking a part-time Commerce Specialist 3 in our Lacey Office. This position is anticipated to be part-time, approximately 20 hours per week, and last 6 months. This position is also referred to as an Early Childhood Education Assistance Program (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt;)  Specialist. The &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; Specialists oversee &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; contractor continuous improvement, including contract management, monitoring, program reviews and technical assistance. They develop and interpret &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; Performance Standards, lead and participate in special &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; projects, and support &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt; and division projects related to &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt;. &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt; is most interested in candidates who meet or exceed the following criteria:&#10;&#9;&lt;ul&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Bachelors degree or higher in child development, early childhood education, human development, health education, human services, family support, social work, mental or behavioral health, psychology, public health, nursing, or a closely related field&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Experience in direct delivery of comprehensive early learning services, such as &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; or Head Start&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Experience providing consultation, training, or technical assistance in early learning, family support, health, or comprehensive pre-kindergarten program design or management&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Professional experience in monitoring early learning programs, skilled at observing children in classrooms, providing objective analysis, and interpreting and applying performance standards&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of current research, practices, and resources in three or more of the following areas: pre-kindergarten programming, comprehensive services for low-income children and families, early childhood education, children with special needs, parent involvement, family support, health, nutrition, mental health and behavior, child care licensing, early learning professional development, operation of early learning programs, and early learning and family outcomes&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Excellent written communication skills; computer proficiency, including Word and Excel&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Excellent oral communication skills, including skills for meeting facilitation, presentation, negotiation, and consensus-building&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Ability to plan and manage multiple projects; demonstrated skill at objective observation; ability to analyze and synthesize data and apply objective evaluation criteria&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Commitment to continuous quality improvement in state operations and local &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; services&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&lt;/ul&gt;&#10;&#9;&lt;ul&gt;&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Ability to collaborate with Department of Early Learning staff and positively represent &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DEL&lt;/span&gt; with diverse external partners&lt;/li&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Initiative, flexibility, accountability, and responsiveness&#10;&#9;&#9;&lt;li&gt;Availability to travel outside of the state office a minimum of one week every two months&lt;/li&gt;&#10;&#9;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Compensation   Range  —$22.94 to $30.07 hourly, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;DOQ&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Application procedure&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Interested candidates may apply by applying online at www.careers.wa.gov or by submitting:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;· A letter of interest (addressing the elements listed in the Desirable Qualifications section of this announcement, in the order they are listed); and&lt;br /&gt;&#10;· A current resume&lt;br /&gt;&#10;  &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Submit application materials to: HR@del.wa.gov&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Please include your last name and the position title in the subject line of your email.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;If e-mail is not possible, mail application packet to:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Washington State Department of Early Learning—Human Resources Department&lt;br /&gt;&#10;PO Box 40970 Olympia, WA 98504-0970&lt;br /&gt;&#10;&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FAX&lt;/span&gt; to 360/407-1437&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Applications will be accepted until January 22, 2012. 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  <title>[part-time] Early Childhood Education and Assistance (ECEAP) Specialist at Washington State Department of Early Learning </title>
  <dc:date>2012-01-09 13:19:41</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Seattle&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.famecfc.org/&quot;&gt;http://www.famecfc.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;First A.M.E. Child Development Center is currently searching for an experienced Head Start Lead Teacher who is passionate about working with preschool children, and committed to empowering children and their families.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Through its Head Start and Early Head Start programs, &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FAME&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDC&lt;/span&gt; has provided comprehensive, high-quality developmental services to the low-income children and families of central and south Seattle since 1980.  These services include disability and mental health services, health and nutrition, transportation, and social services as well as early childhood education.  &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;This position is full-time and qualifies for employer-paid benefits including excellent medical and dental benefits, life and long-term disability insurance for employees.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;The Lead Teacher is responsible for all aspects of day-to-day classroom operations, including:  organizing age-appropriate activities for the children; weekly lesson planning; directing the arrangement of the classroom environment according to the Reggio Emilia philosophy; recruiting, training, and supervising classroom volunteers; developing and implementing goals for the children based on classroom observation; planning and conducting home visits, conferences, and meetings with parents; setting standards for classroom discipline; making appropriate referrals upon recognition of any family’s or child’s special needs or mental health concerns; recruiting parents for active participation in Head Start Policy Council and Parent Committee meetings.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Minimum Qualifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;An associate degree in Early Childhood Education; or&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;An associate degree in a related field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, with experience teaching preschool children; or&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;A Child Development Associate (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDA&lt;/span&gt;) credential, with a Head Start mandate to earn an associate degree in Early Childhood Education no later than October 1, 2011; and&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;A Head Start mandate to earn a bachelor’s degree no later than September 30, 2013.  Applicants who already have a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education strongly preferred.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Demonstrated confidence in working in a child development setting.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Hours:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;40 hours per week, 9 months per year&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Compensation:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;$16.43 per hour&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/478/lead-teacher-at-first-ame-child-development-center/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
  <link>http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/478/lead-teacher-at-first-ame-child-development-center/</link>
  <title>[full-time] Lead Teacher at First A.M.E. Child Development Center</title>
  <dc:date>2012-01-06 15:54:03</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Kitsap County, WA&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&quot;&gt;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Job Summary: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Under the direction of the Child Development Coordinator, support and train Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; educational staff in planning and implementing all aspects of Head Start and &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; child development services.  This position supports the comprehensive system that involves families in developing individual child learning plans, curriculum planning, on-going observation and assessment of children’s learning, recording children’s outcomes and related training and technical assistance.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Essential Job Functions: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Support educational programs by providing role modeling, guidance and training to Head Start teachers, substitute teachers and volunteers to promote developmentally appropriate practices and assure an optimum learning environment for young children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Work in partnership with teachers and direct service teams in planning and individualizing for children including children with special needs.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Ensure program Performance Standards and developmentally appropriate practices, program goals and program priorities are met.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Provide support, technical assistance and training to staff on individualizing developmentally appropriate curriculum, positive child guidance practices, developing children’s individual learning goals, documenting and recording children’s learning and measuring child outcomes.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, volunteers and school district staff.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Maintain an organized system of providing educational assistance to multiple sites and staff that includes constant and regular communication. &lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Train and support educational staff, substitute teachers and volunteers.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Provide opportunities for staff to promote connections between school and home.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Provide direct educational services where need is indicated.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;10.&#9;Attend all required trainings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;11.&#9;Maintain an organized system of providing educational assistance to various sites and staff.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;12.&#9;Provide trainings and follow-ups, which include literacy training&amp;#8217;s to groups and individuals.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;13.&#9;Implement adult learning principles into all aspects of work.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Other Job Functions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.   Perform other duties as assigned.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Qualifications:&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Required Education and Experience:  &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Current &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDA&lt;/span&gt; and evidence of working on Associate&amp;#8217;s Degree with emphasis in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) to be completed within three years &#9;&#9;&#9;&#9;&amp;#8212; OR –&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Associates Degree with emphasis in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) and a minimum of two years experience working in a pre-school or kindergarten&#9;&#9;&amp;#8212; OR –&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Bachelors Degree in Early Child Education or Child Development or related field and a minimum of one year experience working with pre-school or kindergarten&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Experience working with low-income families, diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Experience working with children with disabilities and behavior challenges is preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Prior Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; experience or former Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; parent preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Adult education experience preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Experience implementing on-going assessment system of child learning for 3 – 5 preferred.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Required Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.   Positive human relations and interpersonal skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.   Excellent verbal and written communication skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.   Basic knowledge of computer use.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.   Ability to maintain program confidentiality policies.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.   Ability to work occasional evenings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Ability to travel; reliable transportation.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Required Licenses and/or Certifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;None required&lt;br /&gt;&#10;TO BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CONSIDERED&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FOR&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;THIS&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;POSITION&lt;/span&gt; A &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;COMPLETE&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;APPLICATION&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PACKET&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;MUST&lt;/span&gt; BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;SUBMITTED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our website at www.oesd.wednet.edu to view a list of current openings and to download an application packet.  You can mail your completed application to:  Attn Personnel, Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114, 105 National Ave N., Bremerton, WA  98312.  You may also fax your application to 360-478-6869.  This position screens on January 6, 2012. Application materials must be received by 4:00pm on that date.  Please reference job number1112-21.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your interest in Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/470/coordinator-assistant-child-development-at-olympic-esd-114/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
  <link>http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/470/coordinator-assistant-child-development-at-olympic-esd-114/</link>
  <title>[full-time] Coordinator Assistant, Child Development at Olympic ESD 114</title>
  <dc:date>2011-12-28 09:48:02</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Brownsville, WA&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&quot;&gt;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Job Summary: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Assist in planning and implementing the preschool curriculum and family related activities.  &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Essential Job Functions: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Assist lead teacher in working in partnership with parents and staff in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum that assures an optimum learning environment for young children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Assist lead teacher in establishing and maintaining an effective system of involving parents to support the individual learning of each child.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Assist lead teacher in ensuring program Performance Standards and developmentally appropriate practices, program goals and program priorities are met.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Assist lead teachers in working in partnership with parents to plan and implement child and family activities in the program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Assist in preparing food.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Assist in performing developmental screenings and maintaining a healthy, safe and developmentally appropriate program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Serve as a role model for volunteers.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Assist in providing opportunities for parents to learn about the growth and development of their children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Participate in family staffings, Direct Service Team site meetings, parent meetings and all other parent center activities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;10.&#9;Participate in inservices and trainings as required.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;11.&#9;Participate in home visits and parent conferences.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;12.&#9;Support parent involvement in the classroom and all other educational opportunities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;13.&#9;Work as a part of a Direct Service Team that assists families in meeting their goals.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;14.&#9;Assist in maintaining all required documentation including classroom records, and attendance records.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;15.&#9;Assist in the maintenance of equipment and purchasing of supplies.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Other Job Functions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Perform related duties as assigned.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Qualifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Education and Experience:  &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;High School Diploma or &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;GED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in Early Childhood or current Child Dev. Associate (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDA&lt;/span&gt;) awarded by the council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;One year experience working with preschool children in a group setting.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Experience working with low-income families, diverse cultures, and ethnic backgrounds preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Prior Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; experience or former Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; parent preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Must have good verbal and written communication skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Computer skills or willingness to learn.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Ability to follow instructions.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Ability to work as a team member.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Ability to maintain confidentiality in adherence to program policies.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Ability to work occasional evenings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Ability to travel; reliable transportation.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.&#9;&#9;&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Licenses and/or Certifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;None required&lt;br /&gt;&#10;TO BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CONSIDERED&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FOR&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;THIS&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;POSITION&lt;/span&gt; A &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;COMPLETE&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;APPLICATION&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PACKET&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;MUST&lt;/span&gt; BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;SUBMITTED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our website at www.oesd.wednet.edu to view a list of current openings and to download an application packet.  You can mail your completed application to:  Attn Personnel, Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114, 105 National Ave N., Bremerton, WA  98312.  You may also fax your application to 360-478-6869.  This position screens on January 9, 2012. Application materials must be received by 4:00pm on that date.  Please reference job number1112-20.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your interest in Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/469/assistant-teacher-head-start-at-olympic-esd-114/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
  <link>http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/469/assistant-teacher-head-start-at-olympic-esd-114/</link>
  <title>[full-time] Assistant Teacher Head Start at Olympic ESD 114</title>
  <dc:date>2011-12-27 14:25:17</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Bremerton, WA&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&quot;&gt;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Job Summary: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Assist in planning and implementing the preschool curriculum and family related activities.  &lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Essential Job Functions: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Assist lead teacher in working in partnership with parents and staff in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood curriculum that assures an optimum learning environment for young children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Assist lead teacher in establishing and maintaining an effective system of involving parents to support the individual learning of each child.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Assist lead teacher in ensuring program Performance Standards and developmentally appropriate practices, program goals and program priorities are met.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Assist lead teachers in working in partnership with parents to plan and implement child and family activities in the program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Assist in preparing food.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Assist in performing developmental screenings and maintaining a healthy, safe and developmentally appropriate program.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Serve as a role model for volunteers.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Assist in providing opportunities for parents to learn about the growth and development of their children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Participate in family staffings, Direct Service Team site meetings, parent meetings and all other parent center activities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;10.&#9;Participate in in-services and trainings as required.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;11.&#9;Participate in home visits and parent conferences.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;12.&#9;Support parent involvement in the classroom and all other educational opportunities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;13.&#9;Work as a part of a Direct Service Team that assists families in meeting their goals.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;14.&#9;Assist in maintaining all required documentation including classroom records and attendance records.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;15.&#9;Assist in the maintenance of equipment and purchasing of supplies.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Other Job Functions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Perform related duties as assigned.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Qualifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Education and Experience:  &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;High School Diploma or &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;GED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Equivalent of 12 college quarter credits in Early Childhood or current Child Dev. Associate (&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CDA&lt;/span&gt;) awarded by the council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;One year experience working with preschool children in a group setting.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Experience working with low-income families, diverse cultures, and ethnic backgrounds preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Prior Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; experience or former Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; parent preferred.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Must have good human relations and interpersonal skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Must have good verbal and written communication skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Computer skills or willingness to learn.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Ability to follow instructions.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Ability to work as a team member.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Ability to maintain confidentiality in adherence to program policies.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Ability to work occasional evenings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Ability to travel; reliable transportation.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.&#9;&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Required Licenses and/or Certifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;None required&#9;&#9;&#9;&#9;&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Working Environment:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Significant: none&lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Frequent: standing, walking, talking, hearing, vision, kneeling, squatting, crawling, lifting up to 10 pounds, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, exposure to blood/bodily fluids, moderate noise levels &lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Occasional: sitting, driving, handling paperwork, climbing, reaching above the shoulder, lifting up to 50 pounds, carrying, pushing/pulling, repetitive motion, use of personal computer/fax machine/calculator/phone/vacuum cleaner, looking at computer monitor, exposure to toxic chemicals/moving parts/fumes, very quiet noise levels&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;TO BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CONSIDERED&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FOR&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;THIS&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;POSITION&lt;/span&gt; A &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;COMPLETE&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;APPLICATION&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PACKET&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;MUST&lt;/span&gt; BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;SUBMITTED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our website at www.oesd.wednet.edu to view a list of current openings and to download an application packet.  You can mail your completed application to:  Attn: Personnel, Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114, 105 National Ave N., Bremerton, WA  98312.  You may also fax your application to 360-782-5093.  This position is Open Until Filled and screens on November 18, 2011. Application materials must be received by 4:00pm on that date.  Please reference job number 1112-15.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your interest in Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/422/assistant-teacher-eceap-two-positions-at-olympic-educational-service-district-114/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
  <link>http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/422/assistant-teacher-eceap-two-positions-at-olympic-educational-service-district-114/</link>
  <title>[full-time] Assistant Teacher, ECEAP: Two Positions at Olympic Educational Service District 114</title>
  <dc:date>2011-11-04 15:12:05</dc:date>
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  <description>&lt;strong&gt;Location:&lt;/strong&gt; Port Orchard, WA&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;URL:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&quot;&gt;http://www.oesd.wednet.edu&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Description:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Job Summary: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;Work as part of the program and the site’s direct services team in developing partnerships with families by ensuring full enrollment, providing support, facilitating parent involvement activities, and training for Head Start/&lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ECEAP&lt;/span&gt; families.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Essential Job Functions: &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Ensure site is fully enrolled. &lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Work in partnership with Health Advocates to ensure family needs are addressed and provided with follow up throughout the year.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Work with families to develop a partnership, assist family with goals, and encourage further understanding of their child&amp;#8217;s development.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Participate in all family staffings, center staff meetings, and direct services team meetings.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Plan and participate in scheduled family visits and other frequent contacts with families.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Work as part of a Direct Service Team to respond to families&amp;#8217; emergent needs.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Encourage and support parent involvement and leadership in the classroom, program, and the community.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Provide referrals to appropriate community resources and monitor and track needed follow-up and referral outcomes.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;9.&#9;Develop Family Partnership Agreements with families to assist them in identifying strengths, setting goals and addressing family concerns.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;10.&#9;Maintain up to date family records in a confidential manner.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;11.&#9;Work in partnership with parents and staff in planning and implementing center activities and parent enrichment activities.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;12.&#9;Complete reports and maintain required documentation of services provided.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;13.&#9;Provide support and guidance to Policy Council members and at meetings if applicable.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;14.&#9;Enter data into Promis database.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;15.&#9;Participate in supervision, meetings, and professional trainings as required.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;16.&#9;Ensure Performance Standards are met&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Other Job Functions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Perform other duties as assigned.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Qualifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Education and Experience:  &lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;AA degree in Social or Human Services or other related field.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Knowledge of local community resources and experience with referring to community resources.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Two years experience (paid or volunteer) working with low income families.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Experience working with families from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Good human relations and interpersonal skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;2.&#9;Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;3.&#9;Availability to greet parents at the beginning and ending of class time at centers.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;4.&#9;Experience working as a team in providing services.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;5.&#9;Parenting education and group facilitation skills.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;6.&#9;Knowledge of needs of families with preschool age children.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;7.&#9;Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;8.&#9;Availability of reliable transportation.&lt;br /&gt;&#10;Required Licenses and/or Certifications:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;1.&#9;Washington State driver’s license&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Working Environment:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:&lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Significant: talking, hearing, vision, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer/phone, looking at computer monitor&lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Frequent: standing, walking, sitting, use of fax machine/calculator, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, moderate noise levels&lt;br /&gt;&#10;•&#9;Occasional: driving, climbing, kneeling, squatting, crawling, reaching above the shoulder, lifting up to 20 pounds, carrying, pushing/pulling, exposure to blood/bodily fluids/toxic chemicals, very quiet noise levels&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;TO BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;CONSIDERED&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;FOR&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;THIS&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;POSITION&lt;/span&gt; A &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;COMPLETE&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;APPLICATION&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;PACKET&lt;/span&gt; &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;MUST&lt;/span&gt; BE &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;SUBMITTED&lt;/span&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Please visit our website at www.oesd.wednet.edu to view a list of current openings and to download an application packet.  You can mail your completed application to:  Attn: Personnel, Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114, 105 National Ave N., Bremerton, WA  98312.  You may also fax your application to 360-782-5093.  This position is Open Until Filled and screens on November 18 &amp; 30, 2011. Application materials must be received by 4:00pm on that date.  Please reference job number 1112-01A.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&#9;&lt;p&gt;Thank you for your interest in Olympic &lt;span class=&quot;caps&quot;&gt;ESD&lt;/span&gt; 114.&lt;/p&gt;&#10;&#10;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a href=&quot;http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/421/family-advocate-at-olympic-educational-service-district-114/&quot;&gt;Apply to this job&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br /&gt;</description>
  <link>http://www.earlylearningjobs.org/job/421/family-advocate-at-olympic-educational-service-district-114/</link>
  <title>[full-time] Family Advocate at Olympic Educational Service District 114</title>
  <dc:date>2011-11-04 10:58:15</dc:date>
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