Starting Wage Range:

$20.75/hr. - $26.42/hr.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the classroom planning for the aftercare portion of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program.

Essential Functions:

Plans and implements daily afternoon program Creates and implements daily plans for age-appropriate activities Organizes, replenishes and prepares materials and supplies for classroom activities Provides scheduled naptimes for all children in full day care Plans and prepares afternoon snacks for students Observes children's interactions and participation in program activities. Identifies preferences in activities and level of participation. Works with staff in classroom, playground and field trip supervision Ensures compliance with program policies and procedures Maintains a safe environment for children Immediately reports safety concerns to supervisor Handles disciplinary problems promptly and consistently according to established policy Reports on cases of suspected child abuse according to established policy Responsible for maintaining effective Program Communication Informs supervisor of program needs, concerns and problem areas Shares information regarding child's progress or behavioral concerns with team members to ensure continuum of care between programs. Conducts parent/student consultation as needed Responds to parent/student requests for information, questions, or concerns Assists parents and children in daily check out procedures Participates in employee meetings and training as requested by supervisor Prepares program reports as requested by supervisor Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor

Education, Experience, and Licenses:

Requires a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential or equivalent college level coursework in Early Childhood Education plus 6 months experience as a lead teacher in a certified preschool or daycare center. OR Oregon Registry step 6 or higher required OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Driving Requirements:

Employees may be required to drive for work-related purposes and must maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License (ODL), meet company vehicle insurance requirements, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.

Qualifications, Registrations, and Certifications:

Current First Aid and CPR Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children and parents Requires the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisory staff. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills Must have the ability to relate well with children at various developmental levels Must have the ability to effectively communicate well with parents Must be dependable and willing to work with others TB and Hep B vaccinations and a physical are required every three (3) years Food handler's card required Must have the ability to work at times with minimal supervision Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and record keeping skills Must have ability to respond courteously and tactfully to complaints and client requests, and to maintain confidentiality. Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture Familiarity with Grand Ronde tribal culture is preferred.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Continually requires the ability to express or receive detailed information or important instructions through oral communication. Continually requires working with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm. Requires repetitive movement of wrists, hands and/or fingers. Often requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks. Requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time, raising objects from a lower to a higher position and/or moving objects horizontally. Occasionally requires lifting of up to 40 pounds. This position is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions which provide protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes, and is occasionally subject to outside environmental conditions. Supports a safe work environment by performing all duties in accordance with Tribal safety policies and procedures, and Emergency Management Plan. Due to the nature of the interactions with other employees and the public we serve, employees may be required to provide documentation of, or receive, certain health vaccinations. May be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies. Local travel is occasionally required. Travel outside of the state is infrequently required.

Background Check:

Candidates for this position will be subject to criminal and character background checks and may be subject to fingerprinting. Must maintain registration in the State of Oregon Central Background Registry Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.