Summary

We’re Hiring: Early Learning Professional (12–60 Months) About the Role Child care and early learning takes patience, energy, joy in the small things, and the ability to pivot as children guide their own learning journeys. At CDCC, we’re looking for someone who embraces this with open arms. We currently have one open position available. Most of our team has been with CDCC for many years, creating a stable, welcoming environment for students, families, and colleagues.

Who We're Looking For A warm, dependable, and motivated team player to support children ages 12 to approximately 60 months. The ideal candidate: Finds joy in supporting children’s development. Believes in relationship-based teaching. Thrives in collaborative environments.

Education Professional Development CDCC is a participant in Washington’s Early Achievers Program. We actively support professional growth—whether that means returning to college through scholarships or pursuing an alternate pathway to meet DCYF education requirements. In fact, we advocated alongside other early educators to pass SHB 1648, giving our workforce more time and flexibility to meet credentialing standards. We know it’s hard to work full-time and go to school—and we’re here to help.

Why Work at CDCC? We are a privately owned center (not a franchise or faith-based institution), where: Classrooms are thoughtfully planned, calm, and engaging. Schedules are predictable—your hours will never be cut due to low ratios. Teachers collaborate and stay long-term, fostering a deep sense of community.

Compensation Benefits Wage based on experience and education Paid federal holidays (for full-time employees) Accrued vacation, paid sick safe time, and PTO Dental and vision insurance Subsidized medical insurance (stipend-based) Long-term disability coverage Annual bonus checks On-going education stipend and support for STARS training

Duties

Position Responsibilities Support the classroom team in assessing the social, emotional, intellectual, nutritional, and physical development of each child. Foster each student’s growth while instilling a sense of wonder and excitement about learning. Assist in monitoring developmental progress using the Washington State Early Learning and Development Guidelines (training provided). Document observations and milestones in relevant domains and regularly update learning objectives via the Brightwheel platform (training provided). Help implement and maintain compliance with: DCYF Minimum Licensing Standards Early Achievers Framework Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements Promote and maintain a healthy, safe, and inclusive classroom environment . Collaborate with the team to plan and implement developmentally appropriate, emergent curriculum activities. Assist in applying positive guidance techniques that support problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Help maintain classroom inventory and ensure materials and supplies are replenished as needed. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and maintain all required STARS hours and annual trainings (ongoing training provided and/or paid for by CDCC). Be comfortable using basic computer programs and iPads for documentation and communication. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director or Lead Teacher.

Requirements

Completed 30 hours basic STARS (or must complete within 60 days of hire) Current Pediatric/Child CPR and First Aid Card (or must complete within 30 days of hire) Current Bloodborne Pathogens Training Card (or must complete within 30 days of hire) Current Food Handlers Permit (or must complete within 7 days of hire) Current Mantoux TB Test within last year (must complete prior to first day of work) Proof of MMR vaccine or Measles Immunity Proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination series (preferred but not required) Cleared Portable Background Check Clearance via DCYF

Nice To Haves

Short or State Early Childhood Education Certificate or AA in ECE One year experience working in E.C.E. with children ages one to five

Benefits

Wage based on education and experience; paid holidays, vacation, paid sick and safe time and paid time off leave; dental and vision insurance available; on-going education stipend.