Preschool Instructional Assistant - Nurturing Classrooms

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

EAP and wellness resources

Pet insurance

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking Preschool Instructional Assistants to support teaching staff in safe, engaging preschool classrooms. You will help with daily routines, supervise children, assist with activities, and maintain classroom cleanliness and records.

No prior education or experience is required. Roles offer hourly pay with metro-location differentials and a comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities to work in various locations across Oregon are available.

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience is required for this position.

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 (as qualifications allow)
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is seeking Preschool Instructional Assistants to support teaching staff in safe, engaging preschool classrooms. You will help with daily routines, supervise children, assist with activities, and maintain classroom cleanliness and records.

No prior education or experience is required. Roles offer hourly pay with metro-location differentials and a comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities to work in various locations across Oregon are available.