Preschool Classroom Assistant - Nurture & Learn

Oregon-Child-Development-Coalition,-Inc.; Cornelius (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off, holidays, sick leave, &

Paid leave programs

Employer paid life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness resources

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is hiring a Preschool Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in maintaining a safe, healthy classroom and to supervise preschoolers on the floor and playground.

The role covers daily routines, learning centers, and story time, with emphasis on positive guidance and good communication with families. Training to meet state requirements will be provided and eligibility varies by location.

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience is required for this position.
• Within 4 months from date of hire, must meet Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for a preschool Teacher Aide II.
• Preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or equivalent credential supports eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff in maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing preschool classroom environment.
• Supervise preschool-age children in classrooms and on playgrounds using positive guidance techniques.
• Assist with daily routines including toileting, dressing, meals, and transitions to and from the classroom.
• Help implement daily classroom activities such as free play, story time, and learning centers.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness and replenish supplies as needed.
• Communicate respectfully with children, families, and staff.
• Support dual language classroom activities, as applicable.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios during staff breaks or short absences.

Skills

Safety supervision

Positive guidance

Communication with families

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria

Preschool CDA certificate

1 year Oregon community college certificate

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is hiring a Preschool Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in maintaining a safe, healthy classroom and to supervise preschoolers on the floor and playground.

The role covers daily routines, learning centers, and story time, with emphasis on positive guidance and good communication with families. Training to meet state requirements will be provided and eligibility varies by location.