Infant Teacher

Orcas Island Children’s House is currently seeking a warm, nurturing early childhood educator for our Infant Classroom.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:00

Pay Range $21-$25 DOE

Job Responsibilities

Provide responsive caregiving for up to 3 infants at a time
Using the framework of The Creative Curriculum, plan for experiences that promote learning and development
Respond appropriately to the social and emotional needs of infants
Maintain records of feeding and care, sharing daily communication with parents
Work cooperatively and professionally with staff members and parents
Maintain a clean, healthy, and organized classroom environment
Attend staff meetings, trainings, and school functions (additional paid hours)

Benefits

Seven paid holidays
School breaks closely following public school breaks including one week in February, one week in April, and two weeks in December
Paid training
Supportive and professional work environment
Scholarships for teachers pursing a degree or certificate in early childhood education
Retirement plan with employer math (full-time employees)
Monthly health stipend (full-time employees)

Job Requirements

Priority is given to those with a Washington Stackable Certificate, degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education, or willing to pursue one of the certificates/degrees above within six months of hire.
Familiarity and/or experience using the Creative Curriculum preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Orcas Island Children’s House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Must maintain current food handler’s permit, CPR, and first aid certification, and additional training required by the Department of Children, Youth and Families. This position requires long period of standing, sitting on the floor, and lifting typical in the care of young children.

To apply, please email your resume to info@oich.org