FT assistant/substitute at Early Child Care program (Milwaukie) hide this posting
employment type: full-time
We are seeking another fun and caring infant, toddler, and preschool assistant to be a part of our dynamic team. Your time will be shared between our two programs in Milwaukie.
We are focused on the natural curiosity of children. We provide an inclusive program for families and children. Our philosophy is considered a woven philosophy. We believe that providing healthy experiences creates a foundation for happy healthy children. We provide a rich literacy environment; and believe that our interactions with children shape their outlook on life as much as their environment does. We are a process art program and believe in relishing in experiences that offer creativity and expression through sensory opportunities. Every day we enjoy being outdoors and it is an important part of our day and part of our belief that no child should be left indoors. A positive environment is our goal each and every day as well as a positive attitude about influencing children whose lives we touch each day.
If you enjoy music, art, the great outdoors and can laugh and giggle, show appreciation for the simple things in life and want to work as a member of a dynamic group of caring teachers we encourage you to contact us about our teacher assistant opportunity.
We would like someone who has experience working with multiply children but we are willing to train the right person for this job.
The position is a year round position that offers full day employment. Wages are determined by experience and increased by performance and training.
Hours of operation: 6:30 a.m. to 5:45 Monday through Friday. (your shift would fall somewhere in between these hours.)
Your dependable hours:
- regular hours per week
-We operate Monday through Friday 6:30-5:30 ( hours are determined between you and the lead teacher, can be as early as 6:30 and as late as 5:45 depending on starting time)
These Certified Home Child Care Facilities are smoke, alcohol, and substance free environment 24 hours a day. Random drug testing is conducted.
In this position you will be working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Sitting on the floor, bending, lifting and squatting are necessary for this position.
Position is open immediately if you have a CBR on file with the state of Oregon and can provide a registry number.
-Honest, Flexible, and Dependable
-Committed to the care, love & education of children
-Patient, understanding and compassionate
-Outgoing, fun and even silly
-Prepared to spend time outdoors multiple times a day in all types of weather
-Ability to work cooperatively with staff, professionals, volunteers, and clients
-Attend team building training's, meetings and family events
-2-3 years child care experience is preferred
-Clean casual dress appearance
-Natural appearance, no heavy make-up no perfumes or colognes
-Professional attitude
-Desire and commitment to continue Early childhood education
Pay DOE
IRA contribution
Minimum Qualifications/Experience: (we can help you obtain these)
-Maintain 24 hours of training and or education in a twelve month period. (training must cover at least three core knowledge area's as required by state rules)
-Ability to plan and implement age appropriate curriculum/activities or ability to learn
-Background check completed before employment
-CPR & First Aid completed with in 30 days of employment
-Food handlers permit completed within 30 days of employment
-Child abuse and neglect online training within 15 days of employment
-We will provide you with 30 hours in infant and toddler education if you do not already have it