Preschool Classroom Support Specialist

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, &

Employer paid life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Optional pet insurance

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking a Preschool Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing preschool environment across Oregon. You may provide coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios when staff are on break or planning time.

The role involves supervising children, assisting with daily routines, implementing activities, and aiding with records.

Qualifications

• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for a preschool Teacher.
• Preschool CDA certificate or equivalent with coursework in early childhood.

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, including disinfecting toys and furniture and replenishing supplies.
• Communicate respectfully and positively with children, families, and staff.
• Support dual language classroom activities, as applicable.
• Assist with basic record keeping and classroom documentation as assigned.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios during staff breaks or short absences.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervise children

Daily routines

Learning centers

Communication with families

Dual language support

Education

Preschool CDA certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Early childhood coursework

1-year community college cert

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking a Preschool Instructional Assistant to support teaching staff in maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing preschool environment across Oregon. You may provide coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios when staff are on break or planning time.

The role involves supervising children, assisting with daily routines, implementing activities, and aiding with records.