This position is responsible for the full range of Family Partnerships at the Head Start and Early Learning program. Plans, implements, and monitors all Family Partnerships, assuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and Child Care Development Funds guidelines and the goals of fostering independence and greater social and cultural competence. Assumes varying responsibilities to assist teaching staff in the Head Start and ELC classrooms. This position will work under two separate grants:  Head Start and CCDF at different hours of the day and is expected to understand and follow all applicable Performance Standards and WAC regulations.

Why work for Samish?

The Samish Indian Nation provides a very competitive compensation package, which includes medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, optional supplemental coverage plans, a 401(k) Plan, paid vacation and sick leave, and approximately 16 paid holidays. Best of all, we offer a great environment with passionate and caring staff!

Benefits Summary

• Health insurance including medical, dental & vision
• Life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance
• Annual & Sick Leave
  
• Paid holidays (up to 16+ days per year)
• Paid jury, bereavement & cultural leave
• Wellness & Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Wage increases at 6 months, 1 year and annually (based on performance evaluation and available funds)

1. Establishes supportive relationships with families to create Family Partnerships and Agreements through home visits, phone contacts, center visits, and parent meetings
2. Develops systems for documentation of Family Partnership Agreements, follow up plans, information offered through resource and referral, etc
3. Ensures an environment where families are welcome all times, and members of extended or non-traditional families in the ongoing activities offered at the center
4. Assures confidentiality of all records and reporting, exercises appropriate discretion in sharing information with others as it relates to their job responsibilities
5. Keeps up to date contact information for Program resources
6. Aids in partnership with the Lead Teachers and ECE Support Specialist regarding recruiting and training parent and community volunteers to help in the classroom
7. Recruits Policy Council members, setting agendas and supports the director to facilitate meetings
8. When needed, assists with other Head Start duties such as in the classroom, on the playground, greeting parents, monitor phone calls, preparing meals and help in classroom during mealtimes
9. Provide bus monitor coverage on the Head Start bus routes
10. Coordinates with staff and assistant teachers to plan, implement, and initiate parent activities and culturally relevant, anti-bias classroom curriculum reflective of the families enrolled in the center
11. Participates in meetings with the Center Manager, Head Start lead/assistant teachers, school district and other agencies assisting families to advocate for their child’s needs as it relates to Head Start and/or public-school educational experiences
12. Tracks the health component of meeting the 45- and 90-day deadlines mandated by Head Start
13. Attends Head Start or other training opportunities as relevant to staff development plans, maintain current certification for First Aid, CPR, Food Handler’s Permit, and comply with CPS reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect
14. Work in a friendly and respectful manner with all staff to create and foster a team environment
15. Other duties as assigned

1. Must be at least 18 years of age
2. Must possess a two- or four-year degree in ECE or a related degree with 45 credits in ECE
3. Must complete 30 hours Basic STARS course and 10 STARS hours of continuing education each year
4. Minimum of two years’ experience working with children and families in a culturally diverse setting
5. Must possess strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
6. Able to carry forty pounds without difficulty, sit in a child-sized chair, move quickly from multiple positions and levels, and ride on a bus
7. Must obtain First Aid, and CPR certifications within 30 days of hire
8. Must have initial TB test, and be free from communicable disease

**Obtaining full COVID-19 vaccination no later than 60 days from the hire date will be a condition of employment for all Samish employees**

Applicants must be a Washington State resident or willing to relocate to Washington State.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and carry 40lbs; able to stand (40% of time), sit (30% of time), as well as frequently stoop, squat, lift, kneel, bend, reach, and run (30% of time); possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hand writing materials, computers, and office equipment to prepare reports and documentation; be physically able to move through classrooms, ride along and load/unload from a school bus; Mental/Visual Demands: Constant mental, visual, and audio supervision of children and attention is needed. Tasks involve eye-hand coordination. Working Environment: mainly indoors with heat and some air conditioning. Outside time is required each day on playground or on field trips. Must be able to move around for the majority of shift. Unavoidable hazards/risks: Possibility of exposure to blood and bodily fluids; possibility of exposure to communicable diseases. Protective clothing or equipment may be required (goggles, gloves, masks, boots, etc.)

Samish Indian Nation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, or ancestry.  Samish preference and Indian preference will be applied to the selection for this position as defined in Title 25, US Code Section 473.

CONFIDENTIALITY:  This position develops, maintains, and is responsible for safeguarding the computer/electronic and hardcopy file folders containing sensitive and proprietary information about the Tribe and its members.  The incumbent must maintain confidentiality of all work and files pertaining to enrollment, clients, survey results, and all other material that may identify individuals by name (either directly or by reference), as set forth by the Tribal Council in the Personnel Manual.  Any violation in this matter may result in immediate termination of employment.

Please state your eligibility for Indian preference in your cover letter.  Indian preference must be documented prior to interview or hiring.  BIA Form 4432 or tribal enrollment ID may be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.

All persons who are offered employment with the Samish Indian Nation must give permission for a thorough background check of previous work performance, motor vehicle history, credit history and criminal history, as well as a pre-employment drug screen.

 This position is a “covered position” under the Tribe’s Indian Child and Family Violence Act Policy and all applicants must undergo a fingerprint background investigation in order to be hired for this position. The Tribe will not hire, permit anyone to work or volunteer in a covered position if the person has ever been found guilty or entered a plea of no contest or guilty to any offense under federal, state, or Tribal law which involves violence, threat of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, prostitution, crimes against persons, or offenses committed against children.