Teacher Relief $17.73+ DOE

Volunteers-of-America-Orego; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO

Sick leave

Holidays & personal days

PSLF eligibility

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

VOA Oregon is seeking a Relief Teacher to provide daily care, education, and recreation for children across multiple locations on a relief/on-call basis. The role supports emergent, child-directed, culturally responsive activities and promotes positive guidance and a nurturing environment.

Minimum six months of prior work in a certified child-care setting is preferred, with strong communication and classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in early childhood education or related field preferred.
• Six months of full-time work experience in a certified child-care center preferred.
• Experience in a customer-facing role preferred.
• Strong problem solving and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide care that creates a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children.
• Actively participate in daily routines and provide relief to other staff as needed.
• Develop and foster a culturally competent environment for staff and clients.
• Communicate effectively with children and staff about daily activities and behavior.
• Attend trainings as requested by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Cultural competency

Education

Degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

At VOA Oregon, each staff member is part of a compassionate, mission-driven team working collaboratively to create lasting, meaningful, positive change. Every role contributes to the clients we serve and the mission we advance together. This work matters.Are you ready to join an organization committed to service, inclusion, and employee support?Read on to learn more and apply today!Benefits of Joining VOA OregonBenefits vary based on employment classification. Employees hired into a full-time position are eligible for the benefits outlined below, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.Health & Insurance Coverage: Medical insurance options with employer-paid premiums covering 71%–89% of employee-only coverage, with employee costs starting at $66.23 per paycheck; Optional dental and vision coverage at employee cost.Life & Disability Protection: Employer-provided life insurance, along with short- and long-term disability coverage.Retirement & Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with an automatic 5.5% employer contribution after 18 months of employment, regardless of employee contribution.Paid Time Off & Work-Life Balance: A generous paid time off (PTO) plan, with accruals of 15 days in the first year, 23 days in the second year, and 26 days in the third year.Sick Leave: 80 hours of frontloaded sick time (prorated in the first year), resetting annually on January 1.Holidays and Personal Days: 10 paid holidays each year, plus 3 personal holidays (prorated in the first year) to allow employees time off for important holidays, events, or milestones.Student Loan Forgiveness: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, VOA Oregon is a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which may help reduce or eliminate federal student loan debt for employees who meet eligibility requirements.Additional Employee Benefits: Flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program (EAP), and access to other voluntary benefits and employee discounts.Position close date: October 31st, 2027Position Summary: The Relief Teacher provides daily care, education, and recreation of children at multiple locations, depending on the need. The Relief Teacher provides emergent, child-directed, culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate activities for children while initiating and fostering positive guidance and behavior management practices for children. Teachers are also responsible for promoting and maintaining a positive and nurturing environment.Education, Training & Experience:Degree in early childhood education or related field preferred, but not required.Minimum of six months of successful, full time work experience in a certified child-care center is preferred.Experience in a customer facing role preferred.Competencies:Good problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Effective classroom management skills.Knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multicultural and diverse socioeconomic situations.Additional Eligibility Requirements:Enrollment in the Oregon State Employment Department, Child Care Division, Criminal History Registry before the first day of employment.Current First Aid/CPR certification required or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.Current Food Handler certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Provide care that creates a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children.Actively participate in daily routines and provide relief to other staff as needed.Develop, support, and foster a culturally competent environment for staff and clients.Recognize and assess when child(ren) in our care need snack, bottle, nap, diaper change, etc.Extensive check in process, including allergy check, labeling belongings, children’s nametags, etc.Establish the highest level of morale at the center by means of enthusiastic and positive leadership.Communicate effectively with children and other staff members regarding daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.Other Responsibilities:Attend trainings as requested by supervisor.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibility: Position is not responsible for supervision of other employees.Schedule: This position is relief/on call, up to 19 hours/week. Hours vary between 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday.Position close date: October 31st, 2027The Relief Teacher provides daily care, education, and recreation of children at multiple locations, depending on the need. The Relief Teacher provides emergent, child-directed, culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate activities for children while initiating and fostering positive guidance and behavior management practices for children. Teachers are also responsible for promoting and maintaining a positive and nurturing environment.Education, Training & Experience:Degree in early childhood education or related field preferred, but not required.Minimum of six months of successful, full time work experience in a certified child-care center is preferred.Experience in a customer facing role preferred.Competencies:Good problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Effective classroom management skills.Knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multicultural and diverse socioeconomic situations.Additional Eligibility Requirements:Enrollment in the Oregon State Employment Department, Child Care Division, Criminal History Registry before the first day of employment.Current First Aid/CPR certification required or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.Current Food Handler certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Provide care that creates a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children.Actively participate in daily routines and provide relief to other staff as needed.Develop, support, and foster a culturally competent environment for staff and clients.Recognize and assess when child(ren) in our care need snack, bottle, nap, diaper change, etc.Extensive check in process, including allergy check, labeling belongings, children’s nametags, etc.Establish the highest level of morale at the center by means of enthusiastic and positive leadership.Communicate effectively with children and other staff members regarding daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.Other Responsibilities:Attend trainings as requested by supervisor.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibility: Position is not responsible for supervision of other employees.Schedule: This position is relief/on call, up to 19 hours/week. Hours vary between 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday.