[POOL] Early Childhood Education Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College's Periwinkle Child Development Center in Albany, OR seeks a part-time Early Childhood Education Assistant to support preschool classrooms, maintain safety, and help with daily activities under the supervision of the Preschool Teacher.

The pool posting welcomes applicants, requires a High School Diploma or GED, background registry enrollment, First Aid/CPR, and a current Food Handler Card; bilingual Spanish/English skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED and ability to work with ages 2–6.
• Must follow health and safety regulations in childcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, healthy environment for children aged 2–6.
• Supervise classroom and playground with positive guidance.
• Assist with toileting and self-help skills.
• Support daily activities per teacher's lesson plan.
• Assist with cleaning, snacks, and routine tasks.
• Communicate positively with staff, parents, and children.
• Support dual language classroom implementation.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Child safety

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Positive behavior guidance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting

Position Title: [POOL] Early Childhood Education Assistant

Department: Periwinkle Child Development Center

Appointment Type: Part-Time Hourly

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position FTE: N/A

Location: Albany Campus, Albany, OR

Salary Grade: 10

Salary Rate: $15.99 per hour

Job Summary

This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for "[ POOL ]" positionsare accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and readypool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the needarises. If/when a position becomes available, the College willreview applications from this pool, and interview candidates whosequalifications best match the specific opening. Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool. Assists the teaching staff with various duties in the preschoolclassrooms in accordance with childcare licensing regulations,Early Childhood Education ( ECE ) Program coursework andphilosophy, Periwinkle Child Development Center ( PCDC ) policiesand procedures, and other applicable standards. Helps to maintain ahealthy and safe classroom environment in a supportive role. Mayprovide child/teacher ratio coverage when the teaching staff mustleave the classroom for breaks, meetings, and/or planningtime.

Essential Duties

1. Helping to maintain a safe and healthy environment for childrenage two (2) through six (6) years.
2. Assisting with classroom and playground supervision of childrenwhile incorporating positive child guidance techniques, assessingchild behaviors and the environment, and making frequent decisions to ensure child health and safety.
3. Assisting with toileting, changing diapers and clothes, andsupporting children in learning self-help skills associated withcaring for their needs and daily activities.
4. Implementing and supporting the daily classroom activities suchas mealtimes, free choice, story time, and other related activities, by following the lesson plan as directed by the Preschool Teacher.
5. Assisting with general classroom maintenance and cleaning, including sweeping floors, disinfecting toys/furniture, replenishing supplies, and doing snack/laundry duties and otherrelated tasks.
6. Communicating positively with staff, parents, children, and others.
7. Assisting the teaching staff with implementing a dual language classroom.
8. Helping the teaching staff with record keeping asassigned.
9. Ensuring proper sanitation and food safety regulations are followed.
10. May perform other related duties as assigned.

If the ECE Assistant meets or exceeds the State’s qualificationsfor preschool Teacher Aide I, they may also perform the following duties: Assists with maintaining child/teacher ratios by covering teachingstaff breaks, lunches, and/or planning time. The Preschool Assistant must be within sight and sound of a Preschool Teacher except when: accompanying children to the restroom, providing medical attention, monitoring an ill child waiting to go home, or supporting during rest time.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work is performed in a child development center and office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Operates mostly in a classroom environment with regular, required outdoor time. Evening meetings may be required.

Physical Skills and Abilities

Pushing, pulling, and carrying supplies, cleaning equipment, and files, and other equipment in the range of 10-40 lbs. Frequent lifting, bending, squatting, and kneeling while assisting children or conducting classroom responsibilities. Requires sufficient dexterity to operate a computer. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers. Requires hearing and speaking ability sufficient to communicate effectively.

Education and Experience

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet theminimum qualifications for this position.

Requires a High School Diploma, GED, and the ability and desire to work with children age two (2) through six (6) years.

Licenses and Certificates

• Requires enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry and active ORO account.
• Requires a current First Aid/ CPR certification for adults, children, and infants, or must be acquired within 90 days from the hire date.
• Must have a current Oregon Food Handler Card or must be acquired within 30 days from the hire date.
• Must have evidence of completion of Safety Set as required by Oregon Certified Child Care Rules.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of allcultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
• Requires the ability to assist teaching staff with classroomand playground activities for preschool children age two (2)through six (6) years.
• Must be able to follow established directions and instructions,including all health and safety regulations, and abide by thepolicies and procedures of the PCDC .
• Must be able to provide a supportive and caring environment forpreschool children, including the ability to display positivebehavior and use positive behavioral guidance techniques whileengaging with children and staff.
• Requires the ability to develop and maintain respectful workingrelationships with children, parents, staff, and other visitors tothe Early Childhood Center.
• Must be able to communicate effectively demonstrating tact,diplomacy, empathy, and friendliness in dealing with stressfulconditions.
• Requires technical ability to use a smartphone, computer, andrelevant software and applications.
• Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of allcultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and abilities.
• Requires the ability to assist teaching staff with classroomand playground activities for preschool children age two (2)through six (6) years.
• Must be able to follow established directions and instructions,including all health and safety regulations, and abide by thepolicies and procedures of the PCDC .
• Must be able to provide a supportive and caring environment forpreschool children, including the ability to display positivebehavior and use positive behavioral guidance techniques whileengaging with children and staff.
• Requires the ability to develop and maintain respectful workingrelationships with children, parents, staff, and other visitors tothe Early Childhood Center.
• Must be able to communicate effectively demonstrating tact,diplomacy, empathy, and friendliness in dealing with stressfulconditions.
• Requires technical ability to use a smartphone, computer, andrelevant software and applications.
• Bilingual skills, Spanish/English, are preferred.

Employment Requirement

Criminal Background Check - Central Background Registry

Compensation Information

All Part-time Classified employees begin at Step 1 of the salaryschedule, corresponding to the position’s grade. Placement at ahigher step on the salary schedule is not negotiable. Stepincreases are subject to eligibility, and only take place at theend of the Fiscal Year in July if approved and submitted by theemployee’s supervisor of record. Hours worked in more than oneposition or department cannot be combined for step advancement.Part-time Classified employees are paid once monthly, on the lastday of the month.

• View the 26/27 Part-Time Classified Salary Schedule at thislink.
• Athletic Trainers, Farm Aides, Sign Language Interpreters,Transcribers, and Translators can find individual hourly rateinformation at the bottom of the Salary Schedule.
• LBCC offers a pay incentive to eligible employees whodemonstrate proficiency in conversational Spanish when evaluatedand formally certified by a college-approved professional oragency. Eligibility to apply for and receive bilingual payincentives for Spanish and languages other than English are subjectto the provisions of Administrative Rule 6025-06. For more detailedinformation, please review the LBCC Bilingual Pay Incentive Administrative Policy.

Additionally, please note:

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required tobe compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant havingOregon residency at the time work commences.
• Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the termsoutlined in the LBCCAdministrative Rules and Board Policies .
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminalbackground check.
• Linn-Benton Community College does not offer visa sponsorship.Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the USDepartment of Homeland Security's Form I-9 confirming authorizationto work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employercommitted to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range oflived experiences, including those who have been involved with thejustice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditionaljob offer will be contingent upon the successful completion ofjob-related pre-employment checks. These may include a backgroundcheck, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check,civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please notethat background check results do not automatically disqualify acandidate.

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.