We currently have 2 part-time positions to fill.
Support classroom during Teacher and FT Teacher Assistant break times by assisting with the following: providing high quality, safe learning experiences in the Domains of Approaches to Learning, Social and Emotional, Language and Literacy, Cognition, Perceptual, Motor, and Physical Development for children ages 3 to 5, in a full-day program; collecting on-going child observations and assessments, and implementing activities to support individual child goals; creating positive connections with students and families Implement self-regulation and school readiness strategies and support transitions to kindergarten.
Responsibilities-Help the Teacher maintain a safe, healthy, emotionally secure learning environment; Help to implement daily lesson plans and follow a consistent schedule that includes one-on-one time, small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, two meals, and effective transitions between activities; Encourage language use, experimentation, exploration, problem-solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice-making; Contribute to an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom; Supervise and monitor children at all times. -Under the direction of the Teacher, contribute to the maintenance of accurate written records, including screening and assessment, special education documentation, anecdotal observations, documents for transition to the public; Maintain open and ongoing lines of communication within the direct service team, with enrolled families, with consultants and service providers. -Develop good working relationships with parents under the direction of the Teacher and the Family and Community Partnership Manager; support family partnership activities as requested; accompany Teacher on Home Visits as requested.
Minimum Qualifications-High School Diploma or equivalent -Good oral and written communication skills -Must have the physical ability to maintain visual and auditory supervision of children, interact actively with preschool children in the classroom and on the playground, and lift or move up to 50 pounds. -This position involves working closely as a team member and frequent interaction with parents and community members. Strict confidentiality and attention to detail in record-keeping, reporting and data entry are essential. -In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Eastern Oregon University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.
Preferred Qualifications-CDA or AA in Early Childhood Education or Child Development is preferred and is required within 2 years of hire. -Experience working with children in a calm, gentle manner, and a willingness to learn appropriate classroom techniques and strategies in working with children.
Special Instructions to ApplicantsPrior to beginning work, the successful candidate must:
- Complete free enrollment in the Oregon Child Care Division Central Background Registry at time of application https://www.oregon.gov/OCC/Pages/On-line_application_informationpage.aspx
- Pass a Communicable Disease Verification from a qualified Healthcare Provider
- Provide documentation of verification (i.e. Passport, Driver’s License, Official ID Card, Original Birth Certificate, Social Security Card)
Within 30 days of hire:
- Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification
- Oregon Food Handler’s Card
Salary $14.43-$16.00 per hour
Job Type: Part-time
Source: Indeed.com
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