Classroom Aide

COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Bilingual Pay Program

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Community Action Organization is seeking a full-time Classroom Aide to support early childhood education in the Washington County area. The ideal candidate should enjoy working with children, be bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred), and collaborate closely with classroom staff to implement lesson plans and individualized education services.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be at least 18, and complete required background checks and TB testing before hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass Oregon Central Background Registry checks before hire.
• Fit for Duty and TB Testing per Head Start regulations prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Work with classroom staff to create a learning environment reflective of child development and cultural backgrounds.
• Engage in active supervision of children; maintain required adult-child ratio; address safety issues immediately.
• Assist the Teacher in developing and implementing weekly lesson plans and recording observations.
• Support inclusion of children with mental health and/or special needs with Early Childhood Special Education staff.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Title:

Classroom Aide

Company Background:

Community Action is a non-profit organization that provides critical services to low-income families in the areas of housing, homeless services, economic empowerment, family development, and early childhood care and education. Community Action leads the way to eliminate conditions of poverty and create opportunities for people in the Washington County area. Be the change you want!

Job Position Description:

We're looking for a full-time classroom aide. The ideal candidate will have strong collaboration skills, enjoy working with children, and be bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred). A high school diploma (or equivalent) and a current Oregon Central Background Registry (CBR) enrollment is required before hire. This position is under an Advanced Placement rate and all new hires receive $17.30/hour.

Abbreviated Duties List:

• Work with classroom staff to create an environment conducive to learning, reflective of the different stages of child development, responsive to cultural backgrounds, and inviting to children and families. Develop and implement weekly lesson plans; collecting and recording objective child observations; support with the planning and implementation of the curriculum and individualized education services to the children in the class.
• In collaboration with all classroom staff, engage in active supervision of the children; ensure the required adult-child ratio is always maintained; and respond to/correct any at-risk safety issues immediately.
• Support the Teacher in developing and implementing weekly lesson plans; collecting and recording objective child observations; support with the planning and implementation of the curriculum and individualized education services to the children in the class.
• Provide successful inclusion of children with mental health and/or special needs and work with Early Childhood Special Education staff and partners to identify and provide appropriate services.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to successfully pass applicable background and Oregon Central Background Registry checks prior to new hire processing and beginning actual employment.
• Completion of appropriate Fit for Duty and TB Testing according to Head Start regulations prior to date of hire.

Top Benefits or Perks:

• Comprehensive insurance benefits, including free dental and 90% of your medical premiums covered by the employer for single coverage plans
• Bilingual Pay Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Generous time off benefits with paid vacation, paid sick days, and 13 holidays!