Lower School Assistant Guest Teacher

T E C Industrial Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Job summary

Oregon Episcopal School in Portland, OR seeks a Lower School Assistant Guest Teacher to deliver classroom instruction aligned with OES standards, fostering curiosity and a love of learning while upholding the school's values of community, social responsibility, and respect for differences.

The successful candidate will hold a BA or equivalent in education, have experience in early childhood education, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to diverse backgrounds; this role

Qualifications

• BA or equivalent in education or related field
• Experience working in an early childhood educational setting
• Intercultural competence and commitment to equity and inclusion
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, Google Docs/Sheets, and cloud storage with data privacy awareness
• Video-conferencing experience and willingness to learn new digital tools
• Criminal background check ability

Responsibilities

• Report to work as soon as possible after receiving request for guest teacher
• Carry out lessons, routines, and supervision according to the teacher's plans
• Provide a written report at the end of the day communicating events to the classroom teacher

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Equity & inclusion

Organizational skills

Intercultural competence

Education

BA or equivalent in education or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Google Docs/Sheets

Job description

• Base Pay $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Substitute
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

OUR MISSION:

Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59‑acre campus where 880 students in Pre‑K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry‑based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together, enhancing the vibrancy of the school community.

OES seeks and values employees who continually grow in their work practices. Teaching faculty engage in the Characteristics of Effective Teaching for their ongoing learning in service of students. All other employees engage in professional growth specific to their responsibilities. Together, faculty and staff create a vibrant and diverse community of lifelong learners.

As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose – toward inclusion and respect, service and justice , and commitment beyond ourselves.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The OES Lower School Assistant Guest Teacher provides classroom instruction to students following OES standards and methods for instruction. OES teachers promote curiosity and the exploration of ideas and concepts while fostering an appreciation for lifelong learning. They cultivate in students the OES values of community, social responsibility, and respect for individual differences. In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the successful guest teacher will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to support the School’s educational mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Report to work as soon as possible after receiving request for guest teacher.
• Carry out lessons, regular routines, and supervision duties according to the teacher's plans.
• Provide a written report at the end of the day to communicate with the teacher about the day’s events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or equivalent in education or related field
• Experience working in an early childhood educational setting
• Intercultural competence, ability to work with sensitivity and effectiveness with students, families, colleagues of diverse backgrounds and identities, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion for people of all backgrounds and identities
• Digital literacy; intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Docs/Sheets and other web‑based applications; database and cloud storage solutions, such as Google Drive, ability to troubleshoot common hardware and software issues, and good understanding of data privacy principles, particularly in safeguarding student data and personal information.
• Video‑conferencing experience, as appropriate to job duties; flexibility and willingness to learn as digital tools evolve
• Ability to pass a criminal background check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Reggio-inspired schools, social constructivist teaching and learning and the integration of the arts
• Oregon Central Background Registry qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage confidential information in compliance with the law and best practice
• Ability to consistently apply principles of equity and inclusion in day to day work and in the broader workplace community
• Organizational skills, ability to work well on teams

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods
• Mobility sufficient to move about the campus, to include climbing stairs
• Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis

BENEFITS:

• Lunch is provided on work days.

Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position.

Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.