Preschool Instructional Assistant - Nurturing Classrooms

Oregon-Child-Development-Coalition,-Inc.; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, &

Employer paid life and disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness resources

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is hiring Preschool Instructional Assistant roles across Oregon. The positions support teaching staff in safe, healthy classrooms, supervise preschoolers, and assist with daily routines and activities.

Responsibilities include basic record keeping and classroom documentation, with placement within the range based on experience and certifications. Metro locations offer higher pay degrees, with benefits supporting health, retirement, and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• No prior education or experience 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.
• Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for a preschool Teacher.

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.
• Communicate respectfully with children, families, and staff.
• 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.

Skills

Communication with families

Safety & positive guidance

Team collaboration

Record keeping

Flexibility

Education

Preschool CDA certificate

1-year college certificate in ECE

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is hiring Preschool Instructional Assistant roles across Oregon. The positions support teaching staff in safe, healthy classrooms, supervise preschoolers, and assist with daily routines and activities.

Responsibilities include basic record keeping and classroom documentation, with placement within the range based on experience and certifications. Metro locations offer higher pay degrees, with benefits supporting health, retirement, and work-life balance.