ECEAP Preschool Instructor; Classified Position

Overview

ECEAP Preschool Instructor;
Classified Position – Wahluke School District, Mattawa Elementary, Mattawa, Washington. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in Wahluke School District.

Job : 5513109
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jan 26, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Employer: Wahluke School District #73

Location: Mattawa, WA

Job Announcement/

Description:

Available to begin immediately

Job Title: ECEAP Preschool Instructor;
Classified Position (Does not require a teacher certificate)

Reports To: Preschool Director

Position Classification: Representation available by the PSE Union

Non-Exempt, hourly, non-supervisory position under FLSA

Terms of Employment: Work schedule is that of our approved School Calendar plus 3 additional days; 8 hours per day. Salary placement as per Wahluke PSE Salary

Schedule:

If fully ECEAP qualified the salary range is $26.92-$29.31 per hour;
If a Qualification Plan is required the salary is $25.42-$27.81 per hour. Summer hours may be available depending upon extended summer program availability.

Benefits: Benefits offered by SEBB (School Employee Benefit Board):
Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic life Insurance, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance. Retirement administered by Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Bereavement Leave. Longevity pay may be earned after 5 full years of continuous employment.

Summary: Wahluke School District is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the ECEAP Instructor position. The instructor provides children with a positive learning environment and varied experiences that help them develop in all areas in a manner appropriate to their age and stage of development. The instructor works in collaboration with instructional assistants to enhance the parent’s role as the principal influence on the child’s education and development.

Instructors guide and direct the work of the instructional assistants/para pros.

Essential Functions:

• Observe and assess children’s development.
• Complete written observations of individual children weekly throughout the year. Develop a learning plan for each child within 90 days of school entry. Maintains complete confidential records on each child.
• Administer standardized screening tools on every child within 45 days of school entry. Re-screens and refers as necessary.
• Plan children’s curriculum based on child development knowledge.
• Provide an integrated, child-centered, comprehensive curriculum and multicultural environment, which meets the needs of every child, including those with disabilities.
• Plan and develop a daily schedule of classroom routines and activities.
• Prepare and implement weekly lesson plans in accordance with the ECEAP program performance standards.
• Design the learning environment.
• Design, guide and direct the work of the instructional assistants/para pros.
• Implement and supervise developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Build positive relationships with children. Interact positively with all children to support their individual learning and meet their emotional needs.
• Plan guidance strategies for children.
• Involve parents. Communicate regularly and respectfully with families and involve them in the educational program. Encourage and support families in working toward goals they have set for themselves.
• Conduct three hours of educational planning meetings annually with each child’s family.
• Provide leadership and support to the assistant teachers. Collaborate with Early Learning coach and Assistant Teacher to prepare and organize the classroom and classroom materials in accordance with the planned classroom program to meet ECEAP Standards.
• Assist with planning, preparation and serving of snacks and meals; participates in and facilitates mealtime service, and joins children at the table for support and conversation. Must meet Health Dept food safety standards.
• Administer first aid as needed. Check indoor and outdoor environments for safety hazards. Work in collaboration with Mental Health Professional and Nurse Consultant as needed.
• Supervise and support…