Teacher Assistant - Floater - Temporary at Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington

Yakima, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

18.2

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Childcare, Communication, Teamwork, Classroom Management, Curriculum Planning, Observation, Documentation, Positive Guidance, Health Standards, Professional Development, Emergency Procedures, Creative Curriculum, Basic Computer Skills, First Aid, CPR, Food Safety

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Job Details Job Location: Yakima, WA 98908 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School or GED Salary Range: $17.20 - $18.20 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day The Teacher Assistant - Floater supports the overall mission and value of Catholic Charities and the Childcare and ECEAP division. Primary duties include providing quality care and education to all children of Carrolls Children Center and Growing Hope Childhood Development Center through a floater model. This position will support classroom coverage for lead teachers and teacher assistants upon request with an emphasis on promotion of social, physical and intellectual growth of children. The Teacher Assistant - Floater is responsible for the care, hygiene, learning, and developmental activities of the children; communication with parents; and maintaining the classroom records, cleanliness, and orderliness while assigned in any classroom. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately January 26th through April 30th, 2026. Responsibilities: Maintain flexibility in emergent needs and response times for overall program coverage and success Support and inform child attendance counts at all times when in classroom or on playgrounds Assist Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment by following program standards, policies and procedures Work with Site Supervisors to plan daily coverage as needed, including but not limited to classrooms, bus, kitchen and reception Provide support services to the Early Learning division as assigned including but not limited to breaks, lunches, lesson planning, and meeting coverage for Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants Survey all classrooms consistently, seeking opportunities to support and step in as requested Care for the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the children while providing competent direct supervision to ensure the safety of all the children in the classroom Apply health standards and care for the children and classroom Assist the Childcare and ECEAP Services Program Manager in reducing infractions of company policies Report needed repairs and maintenance to the Childcare and ECEAP Services Program Manager Support with planning & provide curriculum through standard care giving routines as assigned with your time and role in the classroom Support Lead Teachers and Teacher Assistants in establishing a learning environment that builds and enhances each child’s self-esteem and positive self-concept Provide activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, creativity, exploration and problem solving appropriate to the developmental level and learning style of each child Implement positive guidance practices that teach and meet the individual temperaments of each child Observe, document and assess individual and group needs, interests, and skills and share the observations daily with the Childcare and ECEAP Services Program Manager. Provide support to the families of the children Promote and implement family involvement Embrace diversity and a variety of family arrangements and styles Maintain open, friendly, cooperative, and respectful verbal communication with each child’s family Provide families with information, resources and referrals as needed Foster positive discipline and communication in the classroom Guide and sustain positive, respectful interactions between children and adults Maintain an atmosphere that encourages open communication with children and adults Provide opportunities and support for children to understand, acquire, and use verbal and non-verbal means of communicating thoughts and feelings, like Sign Language and PECS Submit attendance records and required paperwork in a timely manner Maintain confidentiality of children, families, and staff Initiate and encourage teamwork among adults in the room and across both centers Continue professional development Participate in required training and share information with other staff as requested Participate in scheduled supervision, require meetings and retreats Attend required Pyramid Module trainings and ensure the implementation of learned information in the classroom Work with the site supervisor to apply for the Early Achievers grant to create a professional development plan that will allow for the achievement of higher education in ECE or related fields. Participate in Center activities and other duties as requested Qualifications Job Requirements: The following requirements are those that are normally required for performance of this position. Any disabled applicant or incumbent who does not meet one or more of the requirements, but who can perform the essential function of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) shall be deemed to meet these requirements. Physical Requirements: This position normally requires the physical demands of standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50lbs or performing other work requiring medium physical exertion, talking and hearing and adequate vision on a regular basis to perform the job requirements. These physical demands are required up to 95% of the time. Non-Physical Requirements: Education & Experience ECE Certificate or Professional Development Plan Special Skills Preschool Classroom experience Emergency Procedures Training in Creative Curriculum Basic computer skills Licensure, Registration, Certification Valid food handler’s card Valid First Aid and CPR card Verification of a negative TB test Proof of 1 MMR Bloodbourne Pathogens Training Renew Annual Trainings – Safe Sleep; Shaken Baby 30 hour STARS Training – Childcare basics (or proof of exemption) 10 hours STARS Annual Training Enhancing Qualify of Early Learning In Service STARS Training within 6 months of hire Employment is conditional upon: Being cleared by criminal background check and fingerprinting when required Wage Range: $17.20 to $18.20, depending on education and experience Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm. This position is temporary in nature and expected to last for a limited duration. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately January 26th through April 30th, 2026. Benefits: 7 paid holidays, 1 paid Personal Day, 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year Health insurance including medical & prescription coverage, with optional dental and vision insurance plans. Majority of premiums paid by Catholic Charities Retirement 403(b) Plan: employee contributions commence upon employment; Catholic Charities contributes 2% of monthly income and matches up to 4% of employee contributions following 6 months of employment Basic Life Insurance paid 100% by Catholic Charities Flexible Spending Account eligibility following 6 months of employment Education Assistance Program reimbursing up to $5,250 per year for approved continuing education after 6 months of employment Additional voluntary insurances including supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, long term disability, accident, and ID theft Employee Assistance Program includes 3 counseling sessions per year, legal consultations, financial coaching, and other wellbeing tools Annual longevity awards begin at 5 years of employment It is the practice of Catholic Charities to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applicants from underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We gladly offer reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to support participation in the hiring process and employment.

Responsibilities

The Teacher Assistant - Floater provides quality care and education to children, supporting lead teachers and maintaining classroom order. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, promoting development, and communicating with families.