Job Purpose Statement(s): The job of "ECEAP Lead Teacher - Certificated" is done for the purpose/s of promoting the pre-academic, adaptive, and social/emotional development of students age 3-5; supporting families of enrolled students to reduce barriers to success; documenting teaching and effectively communicating student progress/activities/outcomes; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

Required attachments:

Cover Letter
Resume
3 Reference Letters
Valid Washington State Certification

Position to begin employment in the 2025-26 school year.

This 1.0 FTE continuing position works Monday - Friday, 180 days per year.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TRS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees will receive vacation leave, paid holidays and additional compensation beyond their base salary as outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

The Olympia School District is committed to increasing the diversity of staff in our schools. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and experiences in this area.

Essential Job Functions:

Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of collaborating to promote student development.
Assesses students utilizing Teaching Strategies Gold (TSG) for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students’ progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Assists other teachers for the purpose of implementing curriculum.
Collaborates with school personnel, parents and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.
Conducts multiple yearly home visits with families of enrolled students to address barriers to student and family success.
Coordinates with direct supervisor to monitor performance of classified staff supporting the ECEAP classroom.
Directs instructional assistants, volunteers and/or student aides for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.
Fulfills Family Support Staff role in Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) classroom including participation in required professional development. See page 17 of 2024-25 ECEAP performance standards for details associated with this role.
Fulfills Lead Teacher role in ECEAP classroom including participation in required professional development. See page 12-13 of 2024-25 ECEAP performance standards for details associated with this role.
Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, social/emotional, and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of ECEAP performance standards to ensure compliance with program expectations.
Monitors student activities (e.g. classroom, lunch, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Prepares teaching materials and reports (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and providing documentation of teacher and student progress.
Reports incidents (e.g. unsafe behavior, suspected child abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.
Supports families with accessing school- and community-based services for the purposes of fostering a supportive environment for students.
Utilizes class-wide and individual positive behavior reinforcement systems for the purpose of promoting appropriate school behaviors.

Other Job Functions:

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

Experience Required:
- Previous experience working with children age 3-5 and their families is strongly preferred.
Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
- Skills to motivate students, communicate with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds, direct support personnel, evaluate performance.
- Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code.
- Abilities to perform a variety of specialized tasks, maintain records, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, parents, other school personnel, meet schedules and deadlines. Significant physical abilities may include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/color vision/field of vision, and standing/walking for varying periods of time.
Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:
- Valid Washington State certification for Elementary Education. Early Childhood or Early Childhood Special Education endorsement preferred. Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance required.
- Participate in all OSD required health-related trainings. First Aid and CPR Training may be required.
- Willingness to participate in appropriate training to gain necessary skills to perform this position, e.g.
- Type II License, Food Handlers Permit, or obtain within 90 days of hire.
- ECEAP-specific professional development.
- Right Response Certification or willingness to obtain and maintain.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Olympia School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Auxiliary aids and services will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Officer - James Whitehead, (360) 596-8545, jwhitehead@osd.wednet.edu; Executive Director of Elementary Education - Autumn Lara, (360) 596-8534, alara@osd.wednet.edu; Section 504 and ADA Coordinator (Students) - Ken Turcotte, (360) 596-7530, klturcotte@osd.wednet.edu; ADA Coordinator (Staff) - Starla Hoff, (360) 596-6185, shoff@osd.wednet.edu; Affirmative Action Officer and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator - Scott Niemann, (360) 596-6185, sniemann@osd.wednet.edu. Address: Knox Administrative Center, 111 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506.

The Olympia School District will provide reasonable Accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures. Persons with disabilities or are in need of translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed. Human Resources Officer: Voice: (360) 596-6185 or TDD: (360) 596-7537 or FAX: 360-596-6181.

Teacher - ECEAP