Preschool Classroom Support Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc. is hiring Preschool Instructional Assistants to support staff, supervise children, and help with daily routines in a nurturing classroom. This role requires flexibility to cover ratios and to support bilingual activities as applicable.

Pay ranges from $17.00 to $21.30 per hour depending on location, with higher metro rates. Eligibility for Oregon Early Learning Division credentials within 4 months is noted, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience is required.
• Within 4 months, meet Oregon Early Learning Division requirements for a preschool Teacher Aide II.
• Meets the requirements for a preschool Teacher when applicable.

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.
• Provide classroom coverage to maintain child-to-teacher ratios during staff breaks or short absences.

Skills

Safe supervision

Positive guidance

Record keeping

Classroom assistance

Communication with families

Dual language support

Education

High School Diploma

Preschool CDA certificate

College certificate

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition, Inc. is hiring Preschool Instructional Assistants to support staff, supervise children, and help with daily routines in a nurturing classroom. This role requires flexibility to cover ratios and to support bilingual activities as applicable.

Pay ranges from $17.00 to $21.30 per hour depending on location, with higher metro rates. Eligibility for Oregon Early Learning Division credentials within 4 months is noted, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered