Therapeutic Childcare Teacher

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Therapeutic Childcare Teacher Regular - Full Time Vancouver, WA, US Salary Range: $18.84 to $19.60 hourly Position Title Therapeutic Childcare Teacher Non-Exempt Position Major Duties Provide all children, regardless of behavior, a much needed sense of safety Maintain a clean, inviting and well-organized classroom environment Provide boundaries for children and mothers in a calm and non-judgmental way Manage a group of up to 10 children independently Engage children in developmentally appropriate learning and recreational activities influenced by children’s interests Be flexible, empathetic and non-judgmental Maintain confidentiality Maintain accurate files and complete paperwork in a timely manner Maintain current understanding of Washington State Administrative Codes (WACs) and Revised Codes of Washington (RCWs) and federal regulations pertaining to chemical dependency treatment, early childhood education, and the management of personal health information Knowledge and Skills Required Associate in arts in early childhood education preferred Must have MERIT account and initial STARS training completed Paid experience teaching children ages birth‑5 Current First Aid/CPR certification Ability to continuously stand or walk Ability to lift up to 25 pounds Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs and lift frequently Excellent verbal and written communication skills Physical Demands While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, speak clearly, hear and use hands and fingers to manipulate writing utensils and keys on a keyboard. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands or arms stoop, kneel, crouch and/or move a maximum of 20 lbs. Occasional heavy lifting may be required. The employee may be regularly required to effectively operate an automobile. Working Environment Working hours are spent indoors in offices or other meeting rooms. Supervision of outdoor activities, visits to community agencies, and participation in staff retreats and staff development activities will be required. Benefits Lifeline Connections strives to be an employer of choice by offering regular and full-time employees a robust and highly competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and family well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include multiple options for medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. In addition, Lifeline Connections provides employer-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance , along with access to supplemental coverage options. Full-time employees and eligible part-time employees may also enroll in our 401(k) retirement plan , helping support long-term financial wellness. Beyond benefits coverage, Lifeline Connections is proud to offer generous paid time off . Both full-time and part-time employees earn PTO at competitive accrual rates that increase with years of service , allowing for meaningful time away from work. Employees also receive paid holidays and personal holidays , reinforcing our commitment to work‑life balance and employee well‑being. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifeline Connections