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Form of workThe Position EARLY CHILDHOODSPECIALIST 2 (TEACHER ASSISTANT) (Full-Time Classified) (INTERNAL POSTING) Open Date: December 22, 2023 Close Date: December 31, 2023 Anticipated Start Date: January 16, 2024 PENINSULA COLLEGE'S COMMITMENT TO EQUITY Our collaboratively developed shared definition of equity is that as a College "we aspire to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff have access to resources and support in proportion to their needs and that they feel respected, connected, and can thrive in their goals." Peninsula College's equity efforts are led by an Equity Standing Committee with cross-campus representation. The committee appoints equity work groups and develops, assesses, and updates an annual equity plan. That committee's collective work has identified the need for a position that can lead the College's work in equitable hiring practices and equity training for all employees and that can act as resource for the College's equity partners by sharing expertise and leadership.
THE COLLEGE Located in the northwest corner of the United States, Peninsula College is nestled in the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. The main campus in Port Angeles, Washington, overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the nearby city of Victoria, British Columbia, and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, Olympic National Park, and Seattle. Port Angeles is two hours from Seattle and a one-hour ferry ride to Victoria, Canada.
The College is honored to serve six sovereign American Indian nations in the region: Jamestown S'Klallam, Lower Elwha Klallam, Quileute, Makah, Hoh, and Port Gamble S'Klallam. The College is honored to have strong relationships with these six federally recognized Tribes in the College's service district. The College is home to Longhouse of Learning.
It is the first Longhouse in the nation to be built on a community College campus. The College offers transferable Indigenous language courses in Klallam/S'Klallam, Makah and Quileute and Hoh languages. Instructional programs include a Tribal Homeland Security & Emergency Management certificate and an Integrated Indigenous Studies transfer pathway.
The College is committed to doing more and taking future direction from the Tribes. As a public comprehensive community college with baccalaureate-granting authority, Peninsula College is highly regarded by businesses, schools, and community partners for its culture of inclusiveness, innovation, high academic standards, and community engagement. The College is part of the 34-college Washington State Community and Technical College System and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The College serves more than 2,500 students through its main campus and Port Townsend and Forks campuses, its correctional facilities, community education, and its online course offerings. The College community is vibrant, engaged, and known for its commitment to serving the diverse needs of the local communities across its 3,600 square mile service district. The College culture is defined by its Guiding Principles and its shared governance model, which values respect, open and honest communication, integrity and collaboration.
The College is a leader in the Guided Pathways work in Washington State and sees developing an equitable and socially just institution as a central part of that work. The College is highly regarded as a warm and welcoming place. Click here for a video about Peninsula College.
THE POSITION The Early Childhood Specialist 2 is responsible for supporting the implementing the educational curriculum and general operation of the Peninsula College Early Childhood Development Center for children ages one through six years of age in accordance with the Washington State Licensing Guidelines and the Department of Early Learning Early Achievers Standards. Positions typically work under direct supervision of the Early Childhood Specialist 3. Duties include working directly with children, preparing and organizing materials used by children for their projects, and monitoring activities such as nap times, free time, snacks, and lunches in collaboration with Early Childhood Specialist 3.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Plan and supervise children in developmentally appropriate activities. Guide children in the daily schedule of routines such as choice time, rest time, eating, toileting, outdoor play, etc. Perform light housekeeping duties and assist with maintenance of a healthy and safe environment.
Model appropriate guidance techniques and communication skills. Other Work Activities: Implement the creative curriculum and assist with documentation. Duties of the position require knowledge and experience: Be familiar with and help implement the State Minimum Licensing Requirements for Child Care Centers.
Duties of the position require the ability to: Maintains confidentiality regarding family information. Manages time and multiple tasks efficiently and effectively. Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication.
Ability to work with diverse populations. Maintains professional and ethical boundaries with families and staff. Works as a team member Possesses tactful and diplomatic interpersonal relationship skills.
Required physical abilities: May be required to lift moderate amounts of weight up to 40 lbs. Requires the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, bend and work with children on the floor for extended periods of time. Required work schedule and work environment: Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-4:30pm; may require extra hours for special events and staff meetings.
Required education or certificates: One or more years' experience in working with young children in a child care setting or currently enrolled in an Early Childhood Education Program. AAS degree in Early Childhood Education preferred. 30-hr Basic Child Care (or MERIT approved equivalent) ECE initial certificate with in the 2 years of hirer HIV/AIDS certification Valid certification in adult, infant and children CPR and first aid.
Food Handler's Permit. Proof of Negative TB Test within the past 6 months. Proof of MMR vaccination.
Satisfactory Criminal History and Background Inquiry with MERIT. EMPLOYMENT PAY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION Full-Time Classified position. Anticipated starting monthly salary: $3,075.00 - $3,294.00 (DOE) Pay/Salary Range WSFE Salary Guidance STEP A B C D E F G H I J K L M Annual 36,900 37,740 38,640 39,528 40,512 41,448 42,444 43,428 44,400 45,552 46,596 47,688 48,864 Monthly 3,075 3,145 3,220 3,294 3,376 3,454 3,537 3,619 3,700 3,796 3,883 3,974 4,072 Hourly 17.67 18.07 18.51 18.93 19.40 19.85 20.33 20.80 21.26 21.82 22.32 22.84 23.40 Full Time Employee Benefits: Excellent benefits: including medical, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance; Peninsula College contributes $1,145 per month to the cost of the Washington State employee insurance programs.
Retirement plan options with employer contributions; optional credit union and tax-deferred annuity programs. Peninsula College is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. If you work for the College full time, have had Direct Loans and are on an eligible repayment plan, you are eligible to apply.
Full-time employees are eligible to apply and participate in the Peninsula College Employee Tuition Program. The college also supports professional development. Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month.
Vacation Leave accrual is 9.33 hours per month and will increase with years of experience. Application Submission Procedure: A complete application file will include: a current resume college employment application cover letter addressing specific qualifications of this position, and provide a one to two sentence statement on how you may be able to contribute to a culture of equity at Peninsula College three current professional references qualified to assess your experience and ability to perform the duties specified. Please include references' email addresses and telephone numbers In compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Application materials may be uploaded electronically, by mail, or email to: Human Resources Peninsula College 1502 E.
Lauridsen Blvd. Port Angeles, WA 98362 Phone: (360) 417-6298 Email: pchr@pencol.edu Applications submitted electronically will be accepted without signatures. Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security Report-Peninsula College's Annual Crime/Security Report is available here, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information.
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 360-417-6559. Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment: Peninsula College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Anti-Harassment and Nondiscrimination | Title IX.
Peninsula College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, families with children, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, including gender identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities. Coordination of compliance is the responsibility of the Human Resources Officer, Hanan Zawideh, titleixcrd@pencol.edu, (360) 417-6212. Requesting Accommodations for Employment: Please contact the Peninsula College Human Resources office, 360-417-6298 or email pchr@pencol.edu to request for any accommodations.
Peninsula College is an equal opportunity employer.
