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.

Essential Duties:

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, laundry 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 High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educación Secundaria. 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. Effective communication skills. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred. Ability to follow established directions and instructions and abide by PCDC's policies. Employment Requirement Criminal Background Check - C4

Applicant Instructions:

Applications submitted to this student recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available. Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents: Resume U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran's consideration . Resources and Tips for

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Additionally, please note: 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. Terms and conditions of employment are subject to the terms outlined in the LBCC Administrative Rules and Board Policies . 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 mercerh@linnbenton.edu LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Posting Number:

S284

Posting Date:

09/01/2026

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