Early Learning Classroom Assistant

Oregon Head Start Association; Reedsport (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Head Start Association seeks staff to assist in delivering high-quality infant, toddler, and preschool services in line with Head Start standards and state licensing rules. Responsibilities include supporting daily classroom operations, maintaining safe environments, and offering developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to five years and their families.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to program plans, and active involvement in data-informed instruction and

Qualifications

• Current Infant/Toddler or Preschool CDA with direct experience teaching infant, toddler, or preschool children.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; actively working towards ORO Step 7 or enrolled in Infant/Toddler or Preschool Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• Paid experience working with infants/toddlers or preschool age children.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and maintain appropriate ratios and group sizes.
• Support with high-quality responsive care and positive guidance strategies.
• Assist with day-to-day classroom operations and learning activities.
• Help provide developmentally appropriate indoor and outdoor learning experiences.
• Track attendance and assist with program attendance follow-up procedures.
• Assist with screenings and assessments as assigned.
• Fill in for Teacher in temporary absence and complete additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Early childhood experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; pursuing ORO Step 7 or CDA

Job description

Oregon Head Start Association seeks staff to assist in delivering high-quality infant, toddler, and preschool services in line with Head Start standards and state licensing rules. Responsibilities include supporting daily classroom operations, maintaining safe environments, and offering developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to five years and their families.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to program plans, and active involvement in data-informed instruction and