Preschool Teacher: Lead Learning & Family Engagement

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; 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)

Wellness resources

Pet insurance

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) seeks qualified preschool teachers to promote learning and development for children across Oregon. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate curriculum, family collaboration, and teamwork with education and health staff.

Positions include Preschool Teacher A/B with competitive hourly pay and metro premiums; candidates should have ECE credentials, 6 months experience teaching preschoolers, and be aligned with Oregon Registry paths.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in early childhood education or child development with 6 months of teaching preschool age children.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in early childhood education or child development.
• Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway.
• Oregon Registry Step 10 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool-age children.
• Plan and implement curriculum aligned with Head Start standards and best practices.
• Individualize instruction based on observations, assessments, and family goals.
• Conduct developmental screenings, assessments, and maintain portfolios and documentation.
• Promote cognitive, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
• Communicate regularly with families about child progress and activities.
• Support family engagement through conferences, home visits, and classroom involvement.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to classroom staff and volunteers.
• Collaborate with education, health, mental health, and disabilities staff to support children's needs.
• Maintain records and comply with program documentation and requirements.
• Promote healthy practices related to nutrition, safety, and overall wellness.
• Model positive guidance and responsive teaching practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Child observation

Family engagement

Classroom management

Staff coaching

Education

Associate's degree in Early childhood education or child development

Bachelor's degree or higher in Early childhood education or child development

Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher per degree or pathway

Oregon Registry Step 10 or higher per degree or pathway

Job description

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) seeks qualified preschool teachers to promote learning and development for children across Oregon. The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate curriculum, family collaboration, and teamwork with education and health staff.

Positions include Preschool Teacher A/B with competitive hourly pay and metro premiums; candidates should have ECE credentials, 6 months experience teaching preschoolers, and be aligned with Oregon Registry paths.