Infant/Toddler Teacher — Nurture Growth & Head Start Curriculum

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc.; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, &

Paid leave programs

Employer paid life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness resources

Pet insurance

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc. seeks dedicated Infant/Toddler Educators to promote safety, health, and development for young children in Oregon Head Start settings. Implement culturally responsive curriculums and maintain a nurturing classroom while collaborating with families and specialists.

Positions require CDA or equivalent credentials or higher, with varying required education levels. Metro area locations may have different pay scales; benefits include comprehensive insurance and

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, health, and development of infants and toddlers in a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment
• Plan and implement culturally responsive curriculum
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment; supervise children at all times
• Complete developmental screenings, observations, assessments, and individualized learning plans
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and specialists to support each child’s development
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to discuss child progress and goals
• Participate in case management, staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities
• Provide guidance, support, and direction to classroom staff, assistant teachers, and volunteers
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and required program records
• Promote positive nutrition practices, health, and safety standards
• Support family engagement, communication, and parent involvement activities
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
• Respond appropriately to emergencies using First Aid and CPR; participate in drills
• Support transportation and field trip activities as required
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc. seeks dedicated Infant/Toddler Educators to promote safety, health, and development for young children in Oregon Head Start settings. Implement culturally responsive curriculums and maintain a nurturing classroom while collaborating with families and specialists.

Positions require CDA or equivalent credentials or higher, with varying required education levels. Metro area locations may have different pay scales; benefits include comprehensive insurance and