Infant/Toddler Teacher

Benefits: 401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceFree uniformsHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurance The Sunshine Center is a play based preschool that is opening a new center in the Parkrose neighborhood. Our mission is to provide high-quality child care to working families in the Portland Metro area. Our vision includes a three pronged approach: cultivating a nurturning environment that is welcoming to students, to build community with the families we provide care for by working in collaboration with the parents or guardians, and working supportively with our coworkers to reduce burnout and fatigue. If we can meet all three of these goals, we will provide high-quality child care. Our values are to be a welcoming environment to all families who need care regardless of race, ethnicity, ability or sexual orientation everyone is welcome in our program. Our preschool is expanding and we're looking for experienced infant/toddler teachers. ***OUR NEW LOCATION DOES NOT OPEN UNTIL JANUARY 2027*** Our hiring schedule is as follows: Opening of jobs posting in mid October through the November 27th. We will schedule virtual interviews during this time period. We will host in person interviews at the new location during the week of November 30th. We will look to hire staff to begin working January 5th. ***If this timeline is capatible for you please continue with the application process*** Qualified teachers will have previous experience working in a residential or commercial preschool settings with infants and toddlers. Please provide a resume that demonstrates this relevant experience. Experience includes: Current Registration in the Central Background RegistryCurrent CPR and First AidCurrent Food Handlers cardCompletion of basic certificationsFoundations for LearningSafe SleepRecognizing Child Abuse and NeglectIntroduction to Child Care Health and SafetyFamiliarity with Oregon Registry Online and Registry StepsContinued Education specific to Infants and Toddlers (at least 30 hours)Demonstrated experience working with infants and toddlers in a commercial childcare settingFamiliarity with a daily routine of working with infants and toddlersUnderstanding of developmental milestones for infants and toddlersAbility to work well with others in a child care settingUnderstanding of working in tandem with parents to meet the needs of the children in careFamiliarity with USDA CACFP Protocals and Documentation