Relief Nursery Teacher (Bilingual English/Spanish)

Family Building Blocks; Stayton (OR); Vor Ort; USD 29.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Gym membership discounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cell phone plan discounts

Language differential pay

Zusammenfassung

Family Building Blocks seeks a Relief Nursery Therapeutic Early Childhood Teacher (Bilingual English/Spanish Required) for Doris's Place in Stayton, Oregon. You will join a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality early childhood services and strengthen family relationships.

The role emphasizes bilingual communication, developmentally appropriate instruction, and collaboration with families to promote school readiness and positive outcomes for children in our care.

Qualifikationen

• Fluency in English and Spanish, including verbal and written communication with children, families, and staff.
• One of: AA/AS in ECE or related field; Step 9+ on Oregon Registry; or 15 quarter credits/10 semester credits with a PD plan.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Create engaging learning environments supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain schedules, documentation, assessments, and referrals.
• Use therapeutic teaching strategies to promote skill development and school readiness.
• Support transitions to preschool, Head Start, and kindergarten.
• Conduct home visits to support families and strengthen relationships.
• Assist parents in creating positive home environments for child well-being.
• Connect families with community resources as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues, families, and partner agencies to provide comprehensive support.

Kenntnisse

Bilingual English/Spanish

Effective communication

Ausbildung

AA/AS in Early Childhood Education or related field

Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher

15 quarter credits or 10 semester credits in ECE/Child Development with PD plan

Jobbeschreibung

Relief Nursery Therapeutic Early Childhood Teacher (Bilingual English/Spanish Required)

Family Building Blocks is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Relief Nursery Therapeutic Early Childhood Teacher to join our team at Doris's Place in Stayton, Oregon, serving children and families throughout the surrounding communities.

This is a bilingual English/Spanish position. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages to support the diverse families served by our program.

Pay & Benefits

This position offers a competitive starting wage of $20.88 to $22.15 per hour, depending on experience. Employees who meet the bilingual language requirement are eligible for language differential pay.

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance with buy-up options available
• Employer-paid basic group life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Alternative care supplemental benefits
• Discounted fitness center and gym memberships
• Generous paid time off accrual (16 hours per month)
• Personal leave hours
• Inclement weather paid leave
• Paid holidays
• Discounted Verizon and T-Mobile cell phone plans

About Family Building Blocks

Family Building Blocks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping children safe and families together. Our values guide both the services we provide and the culture we create for our employees.

Our Values

• We respect the unique personhood of each child
  
• We believe in the power of a securely attached family
  
• We are family-centered, caring and supportive
  
• We strive for equity and celebrate diversity
  
• We are collaborative and ambitious
  
• We emphasize strengths and assume positive intent
  
• We honor vulnerability and courage
  
• We offer optimism and hope
  
• We express gratitude for our community's generosity

Our Reputation

• Our programs are high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and family-centered
  
• We are innovative, adaptive, and nimble
  
• We are strategic leaders and collaborators who champion children and families
  
• We are an approachable, responsive, respected, and solution-oriented team
  
• We are trustworthy and honor the dignity of all persons
  
• We provide life-saving hope

Position Summary

As a Relief Nursery Early ChildhoodEducation Teacher, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary teaching team to provide high-quality, research-based early childhood services that support the healthy development of young children and strengthen family relationships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate classroom activities and lesson plans.
• Create engaging learning environments that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain classroom schedules, documentation, assessments, and referrals as needed.
• Utilize therapeutic and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies to promote skill development and school readiness.
• Monitor and assess children's progress and support successful transitions to preschool, Head Start, community childcare programs, and kindergarten.
• Conduct home visits to support families and strengthen parent-child relationships.
• Help parents build positive home environments that support their children's physical, emotional, and developmental well-being.
• Connect families with community resources and support services when appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and partner agencies to ensure comprehensive support for children and caregivers.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• Associate degree (AA/AS) from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field; or
• Step 9 or higher on the Oregon Registry; or
• Completion of 15 quarter credits or 10 semester credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Special Education from an accredited institution, along with a commitment to complete a professional development plan within the first year of employment.

Additional requirements include:

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with children, families, community partners, and staff.
• Minimum of six (6) months of qualifying teaching experience in a certified childcare center or comparable group care setting serving infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
• Ability to successfully pass required background checks and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid Oregon driver's license and an acceptable driving record.