ECE Behavioral Health Center Classroom Specialist

Educational Service District 112

  • Vancouver, WA
  • $35,148-42,758 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV andGeneral ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Early Care & Education (ECE) Leadership team member, the Classroom Specialist will work in a co-taught preschool setting alongside an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher and an ECEAP Lead Teacher. The Classroom Specialist is responsible for providing a safe and engaging educational setting for children whose ages range from three-five years in the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP). The Classroom Specialist will support classroom management and positive behavior supports to engage students with complex needs and intense behavioral challenges.
Salary:
The full salary range for this position is $35,148.14 - $42,758.31. Our offers are made at the entry level of the range.Effective September 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $36,020.46 - $43,826.14. Assignment:
This position will work full-time, 188 days per year and will serve the Early Care and Education Behavioral Health Center, a new program in Vancouver, WA that is being created to serve children ages 3-5 with intensive social, emotional, mental and behavioral supports and services. Anticipated start is the 2025-26 school year.Successful candidates must:
  • Be able to observe center activities with accuracy in order to effectively supervise child interactions and behaviors.
  • Be able to effectively communicate verbally with coworkers, children, and families.
  • Use sound judgment, self-control, emotional competence, and the ability to adjust cognitive patterns to meet the needs of children with diverse backgrounds, varying social-emotional skills, and behavioral challenges.
A complete application will include: * Work history going back 10 years
  • At least three professional reference's contact information
  • A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
  • A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
  • Evidence of an Associate's degree (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)
Essential Functions/Other FunctionsEssential Functions: * Provide instruction under the direction of the classroom teachers including implementation of curriculum, posted lesson plans, and class schedules for the preschool classroom.
  • Establish and maintain positive communication using collaborative methods to problem solve and interact with families, children, and staff.
  • Assist in setting up the environment to ensure that the space is welcoming, developmentally appropriate and that materials are accessible to children.
  • Build on children's strengths and areas of interest, while helping them gain new skills with a focus on social emotional learning and self-regulation.
  • Implement trauma-informed practices and strategies.
  • Support and follow ECE guidance techniques as well as classroom routines including snacks/meals, bathroom supports, cleaning, transportation and indoor/outdoor activities.
  • Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries regarding the exchange of pertinent information.
  • Participate regularly in staff meetings, in-service trainings, coaching and other professional development opportunities.
  • Support and follow the direction of the teachers and supervisor.
Other Functions: * Work effectively with special education personnel, classroom teachers and program support staff.
  • Support the behavior needs of young children.
  • Work as a team to focus on quality, responsive caregiving.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & SkillsMinimum Qualifications: * Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, or related field with at least 20 quarter college credits in Early Childhood Education.
  • Experience working with preschool age children.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills: * Experience working in an ECEAP or Head Start program.
  • Experience working with children with complex needs.
  • Bilingual.
Working Conditions/Employment RequirementsWorking Conditions/Physical Requirements: * Work in a preschool environment with children with mental health challenges including internalizing and/or externalizing behaviors.
  • Job involves sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, and/or pulling. Position involves physical mobility with or without reasonable accommodation to perform essential functions of the job.
  • Must be able to assist in physical behavioral interventions and/or facility evacuations in the event of an emergency.
  • Must possess the ability to lift and/or move materials necessary to meet requirements of essential functions of position, which includes exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects including the human body.
Employment Requirements: * Successful completion of a portable background check (PBC) and clearance through the Department of Children Youth and Families prior to working in program.
  • Successful completion of emergency procedure training prior to working in program.
  • Participation in Washington's State Training and Registry System (STARS) program required.
  • Valid pediatric and adult CPR certification prior to working in program.
  • Valid Food Handler's Card required prior to working in program.
  • Negative TB test completed within the previous twelve months prior to working in program.
  • Initial health exam completed by medical provider showing you are free from communicable diseases.
  • Documentation showing immunity to Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR), either vaccination records or results of a Titer test prior to working in program.
  • Completion of HIV/Blood Borne Pathogens training prior to working in program.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
  • Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328,
  • Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574,
  • ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529,
The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.

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