Impactful Preschool Educator — empower young minds

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc.; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, &

Employer paid life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts for health

EAP and wellness resources

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking Preschool Teachers A/B to support learning, well‑being, and development of preschool children within Head Start programs, in partnership with families. The role includes planning a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum based on observations and goals.

You will conduct screenings, maintain portfolios, and collaborate with education and health staff.

Qualifications

• Preschool Teacher A requires an Associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development with 6 months of preschool teaching experience.
• Preschool Teacher B requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development with 6 months of preschool teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool-age children.
• Plan and implement curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and child development best practices.
• Individualize instruction based on observations, assessments, and family goals.
• Conduct developmental screenings, assessments, and maintain child portfolios and documentation.
• Promote children’s cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
• Communicate regularly and respectfully with families about child progress and classroom activities.
• Support family engagement through conferences, home visits, and classroom involvement opportunities.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to classroom staff and volunteers.
• Collaborate with education, health, mental health, and disabilities staff to support children’s needs.
• Maintain accurate records, program documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Promote healthy practices related to nutrition, safety, and overall wellness.
• Model positive guidance strategies and responsive teaching practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s degree in Early childhood education or child development

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early childhood education or child development

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking Preschool Teachers A/B to support learning, well‑being, and development of preschool children within Head Start programs, in partnership with families. The role includes planning a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum based on observations and goals.

You will conduct screenings, maintain portfolios, and collaborate with education and health staff.