Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher Gresham Heights Learning Center (Highland Location) Gresham, OR Job Details Full-time $18 - $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Behavior management Early childhood education center experience Childcare CPR Certification Curriculum development Early childhood education First aid High school diploma or GED Curriculum implementation Classroom experience 1 year Classroom behavior management Classroom Teaching Communication skills Teaching Entry level Early Childhood Education Full Job Description Gresham Heights Learning Center is looking for a Preschool teacher who is dependable, creative, and nurturing! The teacher is the main point of contact between parent and child. They are responsible for maintaining professional relationships with staff and parents, adherent to all state guidelines, and the growth and development of their students. Teachers must be patient, have strong classroom management skills, show initiative, be well organized, be enthusiastic, a good communicator and willing to work in a team environment. Qualified candidates must either have or obtain the following: At least 1 year experience teaching in a certified childcare center or Completion of at least 20 credits (semester system) or 30 credits (quarter system) in early childhood education or child development Be enrolled in the Oregon Criminal Registry Obtain your Abuse/Neglect and Awareness Certificate Food Handler's Card (within 30 days of hire) CPR/First Aid (within 30 days of hire) Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety Training (within 30 days of hire) An ideal candidate has the following:

• Strong communication skills both with parents and students
• A positive and persistent attitude
• Flexibility
• Strong knowledge of care for age groups
• Flexibility to work with all age groups (6 weeks to 12 years)
• Comfort and familiarity with developing and implementing curriculum Qualified applicants must have a genuine love for teaching and caring for children.

Applicants must include a brief cover letter and resume in order to be considered. Please submit cover letter and resume Starting pay is DOE Must be available to work between 6am-6pm Monday-Friday. Flexibility is a MUST. Come join our team today!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Early Childhood Education:

1 year (Preferred)

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person