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Providence St. Joseph Health Toddler Teacher in Renton, Washington
Description Providence is calling a Full-time Toddler Teacher to the Intergenerational Learning Center (ILC) at Providence Mount St. Vincent in Seattle, Washington. The classroom has 14 children and 3 co-teachers; we are looking for a loving, reliable, open-hearted teacher to join the team. We are a play-based and social/emotional focus program that puts relationship at the center of our work. We are internationally renowned and award winning for the intergenerational aspects of our program. See video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k19X7Ib0PEM In this position you will: Be responsible for the overall care of children in the Intergenerational Learning Center. This includes the planning and implementation of an age-appropriate program, development of interesting, stimulating and challenging indoor and outdoor environment and planning appropriate daily activities. Alongside colleagues, develop an intergenerational program and nurturing interaction between residents and children. Included in these responsibilities are maintaining the classroom, preparing materials for the children and certain clerical and record keeping duties. Plan and implement the daily scheduled activities, indoor and outdoor environments and all other aspects of the children's program; reflecting physical, cognitive, social and emotional needs. Use appropriate interactive strategies per approved guidelines; For example: Using active listening, helping children learn to problem solve through negotiation and encouragement of child's own thinking. We work in a fun and caring community that offers: Exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits at little or no cost to you, beginning on your first day Paid, in-house training in Food Handlers, CPR, First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens Generous paid time off (vacations, holidays, sick time) Recently expanded tuition reimbursement & federal student loan forgiveness programs 401(k) plan with employer matching & complementary retirement planner Competitive pay rates based on experience Wellness & mental health assistance programs Life & disability insurance Voluntary benefits, like pet insurance, and more! Preferred qualifications: Completion of CDA or Initial Certificate (12 credits) 2 years of experience working with children ages birth to 5 years Required qualifications for this position include: Prior to first day of hire: Must create a MERIT Account and Apply for STARS ID at dcyf.wa.gov/services/earlylearning-profdev/merit Apply for and complete a Portable Background Check through the DCYF (Department of Children, Youth and Family) MERIT system Within 30 days of hire, must complete a STARs Basic Child Care Center Certificate or equivalent as determined by program manager. About the Intergenerational Learning Center (ILC): The Intergenerational Learning Center (ILC) is an award-winning childcare program located in West Seattle, WA. Our program is unique in that interaction between the infants, toddlers and preschool-aged children and the 400 elderly residents of Providence Mount St. Vincent is an integral part of daily activities. This enhances the opportunities for children and people of all ages to have frequent community interaction. Our program includes a philosophy based on problem-solving, where teachers act as facilitators and guides to encourage children to think of solutions to problems that may arise throughout their day. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone