Portland ECE Support Teacher – Collaborative, Child-Centered

ChildRoots; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional development

Job summary

ChildRoots in Portland, Oregon, is seeking Support Staff to assist Lead Teachers across classrooms for children aged zero to five at NW, SE, and Fremont locations. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, with on-call substitutes possible; roles include Assistant Teacher, Break Support, and Substitute Teacher positions.

Ideal candidates are committed to child-led learning, have at least two years of ECE classroom experience, and meet Oregon Registry and background-check requirements.

Qualifications

• Be a Step 4 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) system.
• Be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry (or begin the process and complete it upon receiving confirmation).
• At least 2 years of experience in an ECE classroom setting.
• Completion of college-level courses in early childhood education-related subjects, degree preferred.
• Complete Oregon’s Safety Set Trainings and required certifications (CPR/First Aid, Food Handler, Health & Safety, Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect, Prevention is Better than Treatment, Safe Sleep).

Responsibilities

• Provide care and educational support for the students.
• Foster a safe, engaging, and child-centered learning environment.
• Design and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, ensuring clear and supportive communication.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) preferred.

Job description

ChildRoots in Portland, Oregon, is seeking Support Staff to assist Lead Teachers across classrooms for children aged zero to five at NW, SE, and Fremont locations. Workdays are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, with on-call substitutes possible; roles include Assistant Teacher, Break Support, and Substitute Teacher positions.

Ideal candidates are committed to child-led learning, have at least two years of ECE classroom experience, and meet Oregon Registry and background-check requirements.