Orcas Island Children’s House
Eastsound, WA
Start Date: May 28, 2024
The Assistant Preschool Teacher supports the Lead Teachers with the preparation, supervision, and facilitation of activities for children.
Ideal candidates:
· are creative, fun-loving, and warm-hearted
· respect the abilities of young children
· are thoughtful in guiding social interactions
· enjoy playful and physical activity
The Assistant Preschool Teacher must demonstrate competency to:
· build positive relationships with children and families
· support children with and without disabilities
· respond to the emotional and developmental needs of young children
· play and engage with children
· work cooperatively and professionally with staff members
The Assistant Preschool Teacher must have the following:
· a high school diploma; and
· experience working with children in a classroom setting
Must maintain current food handler’s permit, CPR, and first aid certification. This position requires long periods of standing and occasional lifting.
Compensation is commensurate with experience and abilities and reflective of local salary levels. Some of the wonderful benefits of being a part of the OICH family are:
· competitive wages, benefits, and paid time off
· scholarship and paid professional development opportunities
· supportive work environment
· small class sizes and low ratios
Orcas Island Children’s House is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
Interested candidates: Please send a cover letter and your resume with references to info@oich.org.
A Place of Wonder and Belonging
Children’s House is here today serving children and families as a result of hundreds of volunteers, donors, teachers and parents over the years. The program owes its success and longevity to the islanders who built and sustained this special place just for children.
Our Mission
We make it our mission to provide a dynamic play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and life.
Our Values
We value inclusion, participation and equity. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and the rights of children, families and educators to have an amiable school and place of prominence in our community.
Stephanie A. Moss
Executive Director
info@oich.org
Together, we are empowering exceptional education.