ATTENTION

If you are not registered in the Central Background Registry, you need to be to work in a certified childcare facility in Oregon. Here is the link to the CBR to Register (it is free): https://secure.emp.state.or.us/ccd/ This position will go to the candidate with 1-2 years of professional teaching experience as a teacher (not an assistant), leading their own classroom for 3-year-olds . We prefer 2 years of experience, and will not consider you if you are not active in the CBR. Please do so before applying for this position.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Work with the teaching team and implement a developmental curriculum that incorporates all integral components of the Unity School program, including cultural and environmental studies, animal care, and gardening. As well as all components of a quality developmental program to meet the physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of the enrolled children.
• Plan and implement circle activities for an assigned group of children with an aide or co-teacher.
• Supervise meals and snacks to facilitate a relaxed and social mealtime.
• Design programs and activities that meet the needs of individual children and create a warm and caring environment in which children feel comfortable and secure.
• Observe, record, and report significant group and individual behavior to the Program Director and parents as necessary.
• Arrange the materials available to children in an orderly and easily accessible way.
• Keep classroom materials and supplies neat, clean, and orderly.
• Ensure the safety of children through constant supervision, effective management of space, proper maintenance of equipment, and regular practice of emergency procedures in cooperation with all staff.
• Assist children to develop independence and problem solving skills through conflict resolution, collaborative problem solving, and other appropriate child management techniques.
• Develop rapport with parents and keep them informed of children's progress, current issues through direct contact, phone calls, and notes or conferences.
• Communicate with parents about program plans and activities through monthly newsletter articles.
• Plan, supervise, and transport children for field trips and special activities.
• Contribute to regular evaluation of supervised staff.
• Participate in staff meeting, parent activities, training activities, and conferences as needed.
• Participate in the evaluation process as defined by the Unity School personnel policies.
• Support the philosophy of Unity School and work as a team to further it's goals and maintain a high standard of quality throughout the program.

Unity School Mission Statement:

It is our dream that the children who pass through Unity School will, through play and discovery, be encouraged to live a healthful life, always opt for a peaceful way to solve their problems, and weave who they are and what they have learned here into positive solutions for our community and our planet.

Unity School Website:

https://www.unityschooleugene.org/ Please look at our school for more details of who we are.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Associates or Bachelor's level degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or equivalent program, or 1 year verifiable experience working as a Teacher in a certified childcare center, minimum step 6 in ORO, step 8 or above preferred.

Prefer 2 years of teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The Teacher will demonstrate a practical knowledge of early childhood education and the ability to apply it in the classroom. The Teacher shall also demonstrate warmth, respect, and a caring attitude in working with children and adults.

Schedule:

Will be a full time M-F schedule. Times TBD but more than likely an 8-4, or 10-6 dependent on needs at time of hire.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.20 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person