Head Start - Early Childhood Program Specialist 3 (Mount Vernon)

Overview

The Opportunity : Head Start is hiring a Teacher (Early Childhood Program Specialist 3) for our newest center, Sue Krienen Early Learning Center (SKELC) located next to Skagit Valley College. This role will teach a class of up to eight children ages 20 months to 3 years old. This is a year-round, 40-hour per week position with benefits eligibility. The center location within the specified area may be moved temporarily or reassigned to support program operations.

This position provides leadership in fostering holistic, developmentally appropriate child development through a structured, play-based early education approach. Responsibilities include promoting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth and ensuring each child receives quality, equitable education and support to prepare them for future school readiness. The role uses a research and evidence-based curriculum and assessment system and may involve travel for pre-scheduled meetings and trainings.

The head start program is grant-funded; extension of the position depends on continuation of funding.

Location

Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People, with campuses and centers in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor, Friday Harbor, Anacortes, and Burlington. The Sue Krienen Early Learning Center is located at 2011 N. LaVenture Road, Mount Vernon, WA 98273. Travel to other locations will be required for some meetings and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous active supervision as established in the center's Active Supervision Plan.
• Plan and supervise the setup of an organized, nurturing, safe classroom appropriate for the age group, based on curriculum fidelity tools.
• Plan embedded strategies and practices for classroom routines to support all children's progress toward school readiness goals, including children with IFSP or IEP goals and dual language learners.
• Welcome children, parents, and visitors to the classroom; engage children through play to support development and align with the program's ongoing assessment.
• Work collaboratively with LEA or Part C, school districts, therapists, and community partners to implement IEP / IFSP goals.
• Lead the daily schedule for the classroom and provide direction to interns, volunteers, and substitute teachers as needed.
• Plan for and engage parents, interns, volunteers, and visitors in classroom activities; mentor interns and team members in partnership with the education manager and coach.
• Use positive, strengths-based language with children and maintain professional interactions with parents and staff.

Health, Safety, and Nutrition

Administrative and Program Requirements

Professional Development and Program Support

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Salary and Benefits

Conditions of Employment and Application Procedure

Application Assistance : For questions about the position or special accommodations, contact Human Resources at (360) 416-7794. The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and offers accommodations as needed. For online application support, contact NEOGOV technical support.

Annual Security and Equal Opportunity

The college provides an Annual Security Report as required by law. Skagit Valley College is an equal-opportunity employer and provides a drug-free environment. For nondiscrimination policies or sexual misconduct inquiries, contact the listed campus resources.

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