On-Call Classroom Assistant in Burien

Job TitleAkin partners with children, families, and communities to build relationships and support well-being so everyone can thrive. Through our early learning programs, we create inclusive, nurturing environments where children feel safe, supported, and inspired to learn.

Assists in the early learning center activities such as setting up the learning environment, cleaning and disinfecting toys and materials, health & nutrition activities, health and safety practices, lesson planning, and other duties as assigned Assists in meal/snack time in setting-up the room and preparing meals or snacks as appropriate and engaging in family style meals with the children. Following, CACFP, HS and ECEAP Performance Standards, Licensing and Akin Policies and Procedures. Changes diapers, assists with toilet learning, and assists older children with toileting Participates in in-service staff training, staff meetings, and other educational opportunities to gain knowledge and skills throughout the year including but not limited to annual required STARS training. Participates in center employee meetings, program and center professional development activities, and other professional development trainings. In collaboration with supervisor, develop and implement an annual professional development and training plan. Completes required training Assists with record keeping and documentation Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively and follow both written and oral instructions Ability to establish positive goal-oriented relationships with children, staff and families Proficient in Office 365 and database usage Ability to develop working relationships and partnerships and work collaboratively with teams Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information in a professional and ethical manner Familiarity with or interest in the principles of accessibility, inclusion, and belonging; and experience working successfully with colleagues, clients, or communities from a variety of backgrounds Demonstrated openness to learning and contributing to an inclusive workplace environment

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to lead classroom daily activities with children and families. Frequently, employee is required to walk, grasp, and push/pull up to 30lbs Occasionally, sit, bend at knees, kneel/crawl, bend at waist, turn/pivot, balance, reach overhead, extend reach, pinch, lift up to 50lbs, and use hands, fingers for keyboarding. Specific vision and speaking abilities required by this job include constant speaking/hearing in person and occasionally on the phone. Vision is required for observation of children and families in various environments Regular, predictable attendance is required

Completion of Akin and DCYF criminal history background check, including registry with MERIT to include fingerprinting. Required Within 30 Days of HireCPR and Pediatric First Aid certificationHIV/AIDS and Bloodborne Pathogen training Food Handler's PermitOther assigned trainings