ELC Teacher I (Lead) - Preschool Room

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At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:45am - 3:45pm

Age Group: 2.5 - 3.5 years - Preschool Room

Position Summary

The ELC Teacher I plans and implements activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children. Oversees Teacher Assistants and ensure the highest quality early learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains a healthy, safe, attractive and positive environment for children ensuring children are well supervised at all times.
• Understands and complies with Department of Child, Youth and Family Services Standards.
• Serves snacks and lunch according to USDA guidelines.
• Assists children with diapering, hand washing, feeding, clean-up and any other needs they may have.
• Responds productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Provides weekly and monthly lesson plans including culturally appropriate programs and activities.
• Consistently uses positive guidance techniques to help children learn and grow.
• Cooperatively plans and implements learning programs with other staff members. Participates in ongoing training and regular staff meetings.
• Establishes education program standards and integrated process for ongoing quality assurance.
• Participates in the evaluation and ongoing assessment of children. Acts as a resource and consultant to help facilitate communication among service providers and coordinate family services to prevent duplication and to identify service gaps.
• Maintains an appropriate level of responsibility for updating job-related knowledge and skills level including applicable Joint Commission and Department of Child, Youth and Family Services requirements.

Requirements:

• Completion of 30-Hour STARS Basic courses within 6 months of hire required. Child Abuse and Safe Sleep courses required within 6 months of hire.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education required. Washington State Early Childhood Education (ECE) Short Certificate of Specialization may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• 1 year of experience working with children required. Previous experience in an early learning environment preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required. Washington State (DOH) Food Handler’s card required. Negative annual TB Test required. BBP/HIV training required. Able to successfully pass a Washington State Childcare Licensing background check required. Photo ID required.

About Yakima Memorial Hospital

MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.

About the Yakima Community

Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.34 - $32.14 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.