Salary: See Position Description Location : ESD 112 - Vancouver, WA Job Type: Part-Time Job Number: 202502739 Department: EARLY CARE & EDUCATION Program: 1-2-3 GROW & LEARN Opening Date: 09/09/2025 Closing Date: Continuous Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and General Responsibilities Under the direction of the Child Care Aware Program Manager, the Grow & Learn ECE Specialist provides support services to children Birth-5 and their families. Salary: The full hourly compensation range is $23.95 - $29.14. Offers are made at the entry level of the range. Assignment: This is a part-time, temporary assignment that will work through June 2026. The person in this role will work 14 hours per week, with the following schedule: Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm and Friday's from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm (with a 30 minute lunch) . The position requires a criminal history check and fingerprint check through the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) prior to starting, health exam and TB test, and proof of MMR vaccination or exemption. 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 Essential Functions/Other Functions Essential Functions:
Provide comprehensive early learning through parent/child playgroups, and other support services. Provide parent education to promote involvement in child development. Plan, lead, and facilitate group activities. Administer and evaluate developmental screenings and/or other assessments for children ages 0 - 5 years and adult participants. Facilitate referrals and connections with community agencies; assist families with self-advocacy efforts. Participate in staff training and development activities. Develop and maintain relationships with community agencies and partners. Compile data and submit required forms, evaluations, and data reports. Conduct outreach activities to recruit participants. Other Functions:
Other duties as assigned. Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Early Care and Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Child Development, Education, Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work, or related field OR a High School diploma with 4 years of experience working with families and children ages 0-5 (with a Professional Development plan in place to achieve an Associate's within 5 years) Experience using computer software to manage data, maintain files and submit reports. (i.e. Microsoft Office programs, Google Docs, etcetera) Preferred Qualifications and Skills:
Experience working in a parent/child playgroup or early childhood classroom setting. Experience providing comprehensive services to children birth to five years in one or more of the following content areas: health, early childhood education, nutrition, mental health, and/or children with disabilities. Experience working with community and social service resources. Experience working with low-income and at-risk families. Bilingual English/Spanish. Working Conditions/Employment Requirements Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Physical work environment may include office setting and frequent visits to community work sites. Regular attendance during scheduled work hours. Employment Requirements - ESD job offer is contingent upon satisfying the following:
Successful completion of a criminal history through Washington State Patrol and fingerprint check through the Department of Children, Youth and Families. Required to complete an Associate's degree within five years of hire date. Health Exam. Tuberculosis test to meet state health standards. Proof of MMR vaccination or exemption. Food handler's card. Notice of Non-Discrimination ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-###-####,
- Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-###-####,
- ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-###-####,
The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-###-####. We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more! Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment. For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment. 01 Do you have an Associate's degree in Early Care and Education, Human Development, Family Studies, Child Development, Education, Sociology, Psychology, or Social Work, or related field
OR a High School diploma with 4 years of experience working with families and children ages 0-5 (with a Professional Development plan in place to achieve an Associate's within 5 years)?
02 Do you have experience using computer software to manage data, maintain files and submit reports. (i.e. Microsoft Office programs, Google Docs, etcetera)?
03 In December 2019 a law passed that requires proof of MMR vaccine or immunity for employees working in child care programs (WAC 110-###-####). To comply with the law, you must be able to provide one of the following upon hire:Option 1: Immunization records showing you have received the MMR vaccine; orOption 2: Proof of immunity to measles though documented lab evidence of antibody titer; orOption 3: A healthcare provider's attestation of your history of measles sufficient to provide immunity against measles; orOption 4: Written certification, signed by a Washington licensed-MD, ND, DO, ARNP, or PA, that the MMR vaccine is not advisable for you.
Are you able to comply with WAC 110-###-#### and provide one of the listed options? 04 Have you ever been convicted of any crime?
Please answer YES or NO. Note: For the purpose of this question, convicted includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes. 05
If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A): a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant; b. The name and address of the arresting agency; c. The date of the arrest; d. The final disposition, if any; e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court; f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process. 06 Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country?
Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation. 07 Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges?
Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation. 08 Is it true that you have
NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named?
- Yes (It's true), I have NEVER been convicted
- No (It's not true), I HAVE BEEN convicted
09 Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.
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APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting
YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources. Selecting
YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you. Selecting
YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed. Selecting
YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.
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