Infant-Toddler Classroom Aide: Nurture & Learn

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Nyssa (OR); On-site; USD 35,360 - 45,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP and wellness resources

Pet insurance

Job summary

The Oregon Child Development Coalition is seeking an Infant Toddler Instructional Assistant to assist teaching staff in infant and toddler classrooms, ensuring a safe, healthy environment and adherence to grant standards, licensing, USDA, and policies. Metro locations include Washington County and Multnomah County sites.

Role may provide coverage for child/teacher ratios during breaks and planning time, with placement within range determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.

Qualifications

• No formal education or experience is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Supervise infants and toddlers in classrooms and on playgrounds using positive guidance techniques.
• Assist with daily routines, including diapering, toileting, dressing, mealtimes, and transitions.
• Help implement daily classroom activities such as free play, story time, and learning centers.
• Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, toys, furniture, and supplies, including light cleaning and laundry.
• Support communication with children, families, and staff in a respectful and positive manner.
• Assist with dual language instruction, as applicable.
• Help with basic record keeping and classroom documentation as assigned.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child‑to‑teacher ratios during staff breaks or absences (as qualifications allow).
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria

Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate

1 year Oregon community college certificate (focus on infants and toddlers)

Job description

The Oregon Child Development Coalition is seeking an Infant Toddler Instructional Assistant to assist teaching staff in infant and toddler classrooms, ensuring a safe, healthy environment and adherence to grant standards, licensing, USDA, and policies. Metro locations include Washington County and Multnomah County sites.

Role may provide coverage for child/teacher ratios during breaks and planning time, with placement within range determined by experience, skills, and internal equity.