Infant & Toddler Classroom Assistant (Part-Time)

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Madras (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition in Madras, OR is recruiting an Infant/Toddler Instructional Assistant (Substitute) for part-time coverage in infant and toddler classrooms. You will assist with daily routines, supervision, and classroom activities while supporting staff and maintaining healthy ratios.

The position follows grant standards and licensing rules, with opportunities to contribute to a nurturing environment and community impact. Benefits are provided for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience is required.
• Within 4 months from date of hire, must meet Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for an infant/toddler Teacher Aide II.
• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for an infant/toddler Teacher (CE).
• High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria AND Infant-Toddler CDA certificate or 1 year Oregon community college certificate with training in early childhood development.

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.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios during staff breaks or absences.

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria

Infant-Toddler CDA certificate

1 year Oregon community college certificate with early childhood development focus

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition in Madras, OR is recruiting an Infant/Toddler Instructional Assistant (Substitute) for part-time coverage in infant and toddler classrooms. You will assist with daily routines, supervision, and classroom activities while supporting staff and maintaining healthy ratios.

The position follows grant standards and licensing rules, with opportunities to contribute to a nurturing environment and community impact. Benefits are provided for eligible staff.