The Valley School District exists to improve the lives of children and families. This purpose focuses on both the present and the future. In the present, we provide learning experiences and services that are responsive to needs, engaging, supportive and safe. In the future, lives are improved through the positive skills, competencies and attitudes our students will apply in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

All Valley School District staff have essential roles in realizing our collective purpose. Whether on the school bus or in the classroom, in the kitchen or in the boardroom, we are all constantly seeking to improve the lives of those we serve. Come work with us!

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(509) 937-2791
www.valleysd.org
3030 Huffman Road, Valley, WA 99109
Form #
03/18/2026 NOTICE OF POSITION OPENING- Assistant ECEAP preschool teacher
TITLE: Assistant Preschool Teacher
DUTIES: Create a Supportive Environment: Provide a healthy, safe, and nurturing classroom atmosphere
using positive behavior supports. Prepare Students for Success: Help preschoolers get ready for kindergarten
and their future education. Ensure Compliance: Complete tasks to meet ECEAP, Early Achievers, and
Department of Children, Youth, and Families requirements. Implement Behavior Management: Use the
Pyramid Model and Conscious Discipline framework for behavior guidance. Support the Lead Teacher: Assist
with small group activities and help with Teaching Strategies Gold assessment documentation. Assist with
Creative Curriculum lessons. Promote Inclusion: Support a full inclusion classroom and assist with student
transitions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum requirements include one of the following: 1) Complete
30-hour Child Care Basics training AND 2) Hold a Childhood Development Associate credential or (3)
Documentation of at least 12 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education, or a Professional
Development Plan describing how to obtain full qualifications within five years 3) Or hold an associate
degree in early childhood education. Candidates must be at least eighteen years of age, hold a basic and
infant/child CPR certification, first aid and blood borne pathogen (HIV/AIDS) training, pass TB test with
a negative result, hold a valid Washington State Driver’s license, and pass a state and federal background
check, including registering with MERIT. A valid food handler’s permit is preferred. This position
requires documented child development education or work experience. This position requires the
following physical requirements. 1) Ability to lift 45 pounds 2) Stand up 95% of the day 3) Assume
postures in low level positions 4) Bend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the day 5)
Stoop and sit on the floor, as well as other requirements listed in the job description. Excellent
interpersonal communication skills are required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The position will begin immediately. The salary range of pay rates will be
$19.25/hr. to $33.65/hr. Benefits included.
WORK SETTING: This position is located at Valley School District and reports to the Early Learning
Center Director. This position is Monday – Friday 9 AM to 5:30 PM
APPLICATIONS: Interested applicants should apply online at https://valleysd.org/applyhere Applicants will
apply through the Fast Track online system.
Applications to begin being reviewed immediately; Open until filled, EOE
Valley School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age,
veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or
the use of a trained guide dog or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following
employees of the Valley School District at 3030 Huffman Rd., Valley, WA 99181 is designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged
discrimination: Danielle Tupek, Title IX Liaison; Mandi Rehn, Section 504/ADA Coordinator; Mandi Rehn, Compliance Coordinator for State
Law (RCW (Revised Code of Washington) 28A.640/28A.642). A complaint regarding alleged discrimination may be made by email
to: [email protected], or by calling the district office at 509-937-2791.VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A DRUG-FREE
WORKPLACE
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE POSITION: For questions regarding the application process
contact [email protected] and for questions about the position contact [email protected]

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