Substitute ECE Behavioral Health Center ECEAP Lead Teacher (2026-27 SY)

Reporting to the ECE Behavioral Health Center Supervisor & Therapist, the ECEAP Lead Teacher will work in a co-taught preschool setting alongside an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher. The ECEAP Lead Teacher 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). Responsibilities include functional supervision and delegation of classroom responsibilities to Classroom Specialists, providing direct services and engaging with children in the classroom, as well as regular collaborative planning and follow-up, using program databases and tools.

Salary:

The full hourly compensation range for this position is $30.18 - $36.72. Our offers are made at the entry level of the range.

Assignment:

We are recruiting for a Substitute ECEAP Lead Teacher for our new program in Vancouver, WA that has been created to serve children ages 3-5 with intensive social, emotional, mental and behavioral supports and services. Hours will vary as this is a Substitute position. This role includes both on-call substitute teaching—providing services as needed. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. This is for the 26-27 School Year, anticipated start date is August 17, 2026.

The Nova program is a new program in Vancouver, WA, that serves children ages 3-5 with intensive social, emotional, mental and behavioral supports and services.T he person in this role must demonstrate exemplary teaching skills, patience, and responsive care practices that are woven together to create quality education experiences, model consistent and stable relationships, while maintaining all necessary documentation within program performance standards. Teachers work within the framework of age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans, to promote the health, nutrition, and education of children in their care. Teachers must foster and encourage l involvement in educational planning, goal setting, and center activities.

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.

Regular attendance required: accepting and working full substitute assignments is an expectation of this position.

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 a Bachelor's degree or higher (unofficial transcripts or copy of diploma)

Essential Functions:

• Co-plan and provide developmentally appropriate preschool lessons and activities.
• Organize classroom environment to effectively promote safety and social-emotional learning.
• Develop and implement behavior plans with children.
• Organizeandconductparentconferencestoaddressstudentprogressandparent input.
• Participate regularly in staff meetings, in-service training, coaching, and other professional development opportunities.
• 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.
• Follow all ECE guidance techniques as well as classroom routines including snacks/meals, bathroom supports, cleaning, transportation supports and indoor/outdoor activities.
• Implement trauma-informed practices and strategies.
• Establish and maintain positive communication using collaborative methods to problem-solve and interact with families, children, and staff.
• Work effectively alongside special education personnel specialists, program support staff, and consultants to support the complex needs of young children.
• Maintain all required records and child files in an accurate and timely manner, including daily observations, assessments and artifacts for child portfolios.
• Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries regarding the exchange of pertinent information.
• Work as a team to focus on quality, responsive caregiving.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field with at least 90 credits in ECE.
• Three years of experience working with children in a preschool setting.
• Experience working with children with complex needs including internalizing and/or externalizing behaviors.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in an ECEAP or special education preschool setting.
• Bilingual.

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