Salary: $82,050.00 Annually
Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-039
Department: Instruction
Opening Date: 07/21/2025
Closing Date: 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY

The Childcare-Early Education Instructor is responsible for providing competency-based training to students in a manner that prepares successful program graduates for careers as early education specialists or childcare teachers and provides continuing education for individuals employed in the field.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & OTHER DUTIES

Essential Functions

• Use effective competency-based teaching techniques, instructional materials, and multimedia support
• Conduct the classroom and laboratory projects to prepare the students in current related and practical skills essential for childcare occupations
• Develop course curriculum, including performance objectives, competencies, and content by analyzing industry needs in childcare occupations
• Counsel and guide students in interpersonal relationships, career goals, and responsible work habits
• Work with on-site Childcare and ECEAP Center to provide a quality, laboratory-style learning experience for students and children
• Participate actively and collaboratively in student recruitment
• Work with staff, instructors, and support services personnel to ensure a cohesive learning environment
• Assist the College in the recruitment and retention of students and promotion of the program
• Establish and maintain two-year degree program accreditation through National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

• Actively contribute to and participate in college-wide activities in support of regional accreditation and state and federal requirements
• Assist students in job placement efforts
• Ensure instruction is consistent with current industry standards
• Lead efforts to develop and retain an advisory committee that supports program goals and objectives and meets state board guidelines
• Ensure appropriate safety practices are used at all times, students are knowledgeable of safety techniques, and all equipment is maintained in safe working condition
• Requisition supplies and equipment to ensure proper inventory to meet program needs
• Participate on committees, task forces, and councils in support of department and college goals and objectives
• Assist with the preparation of grant or funding requests as needed
• Prepare reports as needed

• Deliver classroom management to maintain suitable learning environment by responding appropriately to student conduct/problems and provide assistance in solving them in accordance with college procedures.
• Provide budget management which includes requisition and maintenance control of and safeguard inventories of equipment and supplies assigned to the program.

Non-Essential/Other Functions

• Actively contribute to and participate in college-wide activities in support of regional accreditation and state and federal requirements.
• Support College student achievement practices to ensure student retention, completion, and progression
• Participate actively and collaboratively with College Student Services and program advisory committees to support students' access to employment opportunities and maintain student job placement records
• Accountable for keeping personal development up-to-date; adding skills and knowledge through courses that may be available through the Bates Technical College courses, professional development committees, etc.
• Participate actively and collaboratively on committees for the college as needed, including but not limited to recruitment, college councils, etc.
• Please note this job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities. Additional duties and responsibilities will be assigned as necessary to meet college needs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Conditions of Employment

• Once an offer of employment is made, a background check, including criminal record history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not preclude employment but will be contingent on determining the employee's suitability and competence to continue to perform in the position.

• This position is required to work on campus.

• This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by Bates Technical College's local union.
• Following the date of hire, all full-time faculty and all part-time faculty working two-thirds of a full-time load for more than three quarters (20 hours per week) must obtain a Professional-Technical Education Certificate within 30 working days.
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certification
• Maintain certification and credentialing per program and Bates Technical College accreditation standards.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License and reliable vehicle for reimbursable travel.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate degree in early childhood education or related field.
• Must communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

Allowable Substitution
If necessary, alternative combinations of education and experience may be evaluated by the Human Resources Office for comparability.
Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience in Early Childhood Education.
• Online course development/instruction experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Bates Technical College reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in its programs and activities in accordance with college policy, and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations. Bates publications are available in alternate formats upon request by contacting the Disability Support Services Office at 253.680.7010. Inquiries regarding Bates' non-discriminatory policies, including Title IX and ADA, should be directed to:For student matters, the Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success at 253.680.7105, Downtown Campus A211.For employee matters, the Director of Human Resources at 253.680.7180, Downtown Campus A326.
Available Benefits to Eligible Employees

As a higher education employee, you and your qualified family members are eligible for a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, long-term disability, as well as other optional benefits.

Medical/Dental Plans

Employees pay a portion of their medical care cost through payroll deduction. The employee premium is based on the choice of plan and coverage for eligible dependents.
Bates provides dental coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:

• Uniform Dental Plan - Preferred Provider Organization
• DeltaCare - Managed Care Plan
• Willamette Dental - Managed Care Plan

Bates provides vision coverage at no monthly premium cost to the employee. Benefit eligible employees have a choice of dental plans. Options include:

• Davis Vision by MetLife
• EyeMed
• MetLife Vision

Retirement Plans
Faculty and Exempt Positions
Faculty have to choose between either the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP), also known as TIAA or Plan 3 of the Teachers Retirement System (TRS). Click to compare the two plans.

Exempt have to choose between either the SBRP or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.

SBRP (TIAA) is a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• Employee Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary
• Employer Contribution: Under 35: 5% of gross salary; 35-49: 7.5% of gross salary; 50 & over: 10% of gross salary

TRS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
• Employer Contribution: 9.53 of gross salary

PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
• Employer Contribution: 9.03% of gross salary

Classified Positions
Classified employees have to choose between either the Plan 2 or Plan 3 of the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS). Click to compare the two plans.

PERS Plan 2 is a defined benefits plan with the following contribution rates:

• Employee Contribution: 6.36% of gross salary
• Employer Contribution: 9.53% of gross salary

PERS Plan 3 is a defined benefit and a defined contribution plan with the following contribution rates:

• Employee Contribution: Varies from 5% to 15%
• Employer Contribution: 9.53% of gross salary

Employee and employer contributions to applicable retirement plans are mandatory. The amount of the deduction and contribution are dependent upon the retirement plan chosen and may vary by current contribution rates in effect.
Bates provides $35,000 basic life insurance for death from any cause and $5,000 basic accidental death and dismemberment at no cost to the employee. Employees can enroll in additional low cost life insurance for themselves and dependents.
Bates provides a basic LTD insurance plan at no cost to employees. The basic plan pays a maximum of
$240 per month after 90 days of total disability. The optional LTD plan pays 60% of the first $10,000 of monthly salary, reduced by any deductible income such as social security or retirement benefits.
Employee cost is dependent upon benefit waiting period chosen.

Other Optional Benefits
Leaves and Holidays
Vacation
Eligible exempt and classified employees accrue annual leave at rates determined by their employee status, ranging from 7 to 16 hours per month when eligible.

Sick Leave
Eligible classified, faculty, and exempt staff accrue sick leave monthly. Employees represented by a bargaining unit should refer to their negotiated agreement for sick leave rules and accrual rates.

Holidays
Bates observes the following holidays/non-work days:
Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve Day, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth

Personal Leave/Family Leave
In addition to vacation and sick leave, eligible employees receive personal and family leave each fiscal year at rates determined by their employee status

Please Note: All information above is subject to change based on, but not limited to, employment status, legislative mandates, or College policy changes
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Do you have a master's degree in early childhood education or related field?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please briefly describe your combination of education and experience that qualifies you for this position.
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By saying yes below, you are agreeing that you understand that all fields on the application must contain your actual work history and education in order for your application to be fairly screened. You further understand, if those areas are not completed, or you type "see resume," for example, your experience and/or education may not counted toward the minimum qualifications for this position and you may be screened out of the process. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

Required Question