[WorkStudy] Preschool Assistant

Linn-Benton Comunity Clg-Santiam; Albany, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Linn-Benton Community College is seeking a part-time Preschool Assistant for the Special Instructions Work Study program. You will assist teaching staff in managing a safe, engaging classroom for ages 2–6, support daily activities, and help with health, safety, and record-keeping tasks.

Eligibility requires enrollment in LBCC with 6+ credits, satisfactory progress, and financial aid in place. Oregon background and health certifications must be current or obtained within required timelines.

Qualifications

• Must maintain enrollment in LBCC with at least 6 credits and satisfactory academic progress.
• Ability to work with preschool children ages 2–6; some experience preferable.
• Enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry and active ORO account.
• Current First Aid/ CPR certification and Oregon Food Handler Card as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff with classroom management and supervision of children.
• Support daily activities: mealtimes, story time, rest and play according to the teacher's plans.
• Assist with toileting, dressing and self-help skills; help maintain hygiene and safety.
• Assist with record keeping and ensuring proper sanitation and food safety.
• Communicate positively with staff, parents, and children.
• Support dual language classroom implementation and routine supervision.
• Cover breaks and maintain child-teacher ratios as qualified.
• Follow health and safety regulations and LBCC policies.
• Assist with general classroom maintenance and cleanup tasks.
• Possibly perform duties of Toddler Assistant when needed.
• Possibility of other related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Assist classroom activities

Health & safety

Positive behavior guidance

Relationship building

Follow directions

Education

Enrollment in LBCC 6+ credits

First Aid/ CPR certification

Oregon Food Handler Card

Safety Set per Oregon CC Rules

Tools

Smartphone basics

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This posting is for a Federal Work Study position. To be eligible for Work Study positions you must maintain enrollment in at least six (6) credits at LBCC , maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout each term, maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better (some positions may require a higher GPA ), and have financial aid in place.

Assists teaching staff with classroom management by:

• 1. Helping to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.
• 2. Assisting with classroom and playground supervision of children while incorporating positive child guidance techniques. Assess child behaviors and the environment; making frequent decisions to ensure child health and safety.
• 3. Assisting with toileting, changing diapers and clothes, and supporting children in learning self-help skills associated with caring for their needs and daily activities.
• 4. Implementing and supporting the daily classroom activities such as mealtimes, free choice, story time and other related activities, following the lesson plan as directed by the Preschool Teacher.
• 5. Assisting with general classroom maintenance and cleaning which includes sweeping floors, disinfecting toys and furniture, replenishing supplies, duties and other related tasks.
• 6. Communicating positively with staff, parents, children and others.
• 7. Assisting the teaching staff with implementing a dual language classroom.
• 8. Helping the teaching staff with record keeping as assigned.
• 9. Ensure proper sanitation and food safety regulations are followed.
• 10. May perform other duties as assigned.
• 11. May perform the duties of the Toddler Assistant.

If the employee meets the State’s preschool Teacher Aide I qualifications or higher:

• 12. Assists with maintaining child/teacher ratios by covering teaching staff breaks, lunches and/or planning time.
• 13. The Preschool Assistant must be within sight and sound of a Preschool Teacher except when: accompanying children to the restroom, providing medical attention, monitoring an ill child waiting to go home, or supporting during rest time.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• This position operates mostly in the classroom environment. In addition, there may be work outdoors intermittently.
• Job hours are determined by the work study award, and will be renewed as funds are granted to the individual.
• Pushing, pulling, and carrying supplies, cleaning equipment, and files, and other equipment in the range of 10-40 lbs.
• Frequent lifting, bending, twisting, sitting on the floor, squatting, and kneeling while assisting children or conducting janitorial responsibilities.
• Requires minimal technical ability with smart phone applications or computer skills.

Education and Experience

• Must maintain enrollment in at least 6 credits at LBCC , maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout each term, maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better, and have financial aid in place to be eligible to work in a Work Study student employee capacity at Linn-Benton Community College
• Ability and desire to work with children ages 2-6 years old; some experience is preferable Enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry and active ORO account.
• Current First Aid/ CPR certification for adult, child, and infant (or acquired within 90 days from date of hire).
• Current Oregon Food Handler Card (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).
• Completion of Safety Set as required by Oregon Certified Child Care Rules.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assist staff with classroom and playground activities for preschool children.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for preschool children, including using positive behavior guidance techniques.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive, respectful working relationships with children, parents, staff and others.
• Ability to follow established directions and instructions and abid PCDC’s policies.

Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

• As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.
• Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.
• Employment is subject to completion of a post-offer criminal background check.
• Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United States of America.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings. Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail]

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S284

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 09/01/2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Yes
• No
• * Have you applied and been found eligible to receive Financial Aid this current term?
  • Yes
  • No
• * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of-state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
  • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
  • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
  • No - I am only interested in remote work