Position:

Preschool Assistant Teacher/ El Maestro Asistente (bilingual English/Spanish preferred/se prefiere bilingüe inglés/español)

FTE:

32 hours/week

Anticipated Start Date:

9 /15/2026

Position Summary:

The Assistant Teacher is part of the Preschool Education Team and will assist the Lead Teacher with instructional activities and non-teaching tasks. The Assistant Teacher will work under the supervision of the Lead Teacher.

Resumen del puesto:

El maestro asistente forma parte del equipo de educación preescolar y colaborará con el maestro titular en actividades de enseñanza y tareas no docentes. El maestro asistente trabajará bajo la supervisión del maestro titular.

Qualifications and Experience:

The Assistant Teacher will have an AA/AS or BA/BS degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, and Step 5 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO). They will be able to demonstrate the following abilities: responding appropriately to each child's developmental levels, supporting each child's self-respect and to establish clear limits for behavior, using Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) model and trauma informed care mindset, forming positive relationships with children and adults, accepting supervision, following instructions, working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities :

Classroom Maintain an attractive, clean, safe, and healthy environment for children including the playground. Support children through "routine" times: eating lunch and clearing their places; brushing teeth, washing up and, "bathrooming". Supervise children during self-selected activities and outside activities. Assist in monitoring progress during stations. Assist in recording and reporting accidents. Assist in medication delivery when required and authorized. Maintain room and equipment, including sanitizing toys. Participate in classroom team meetings and Center staff meetings, when asked. Maintain the confidentiality of all client information. Assist in cleaning the staff kitchen. Other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher and Program Manager. Professional Maintain a positive job attitude including positive team behavior (e.g., willing to pitch in, problem solving attitude, positive communication style) Maintain and update required certifications (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Food Handlers) for the position. Maintain and update safe driving record and required auto liability insurance Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position. Report at regular working hours, be punctual and use a suitable work ethic. Write in a clear, concise manner. Participate in staff development activities and staff meetings. Follow established standards, policies, and procedures of OMCCF. Establish and maintain an ORO account and complete necessary hours of training each ORO calendar year.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $18.75 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person