Preschool Teacher

About Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC)

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon.

Position Summary

Ensures, supports, and promotes each child’s learning, well-being, and development in cooperation with their parents and other early childhood professionals in a manner consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards, USDA, and day care licensing regulations. Based on parent goals, classroom observations and individual child assessments the teacher plans a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum which meets the needs of all children and their families.

Essential Functions

• Ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool‑age children
• Plan and implement curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and child development best practices
• Individualize instruction based on observations, assessments, and family goals
• Conduct developmental screenings, assessments, and maintain child portfolios and documentation
• Promote children’s cognitive, language, social‑emotional, and physical development
• Communicate regularly and respectfully with families about child progress and classroom activities
• Support family engagement through conferences, home visits, and classroom involvement opportunities
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to classroom staff and volunteers
• Collaborate with education, health, mental health, and disabilities staff to support children’s needs
• Maintain accurate records, program documentation, and compliance requirements
• Promote healthy practices related to nutrition, safety, and overall wellness
• Model positive guidance strategies and responsive teaching practices
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education And Experience Requirements

Preschool Teacher A – $23.99–$26.65 hourly (Metro locations)

• Associate’s degree in Early childhood education or child development
• Or any field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education or child development AND 6 months of actual work experience teaching preschool age children

Preschool Teacher B – $25.67–$28.52 hourly (Metro locations)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early childhood education or child development
• Or any field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education or child development AND 6 months of actual work experience teaching preschool age children

1 Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway
2 Oregon Registry Step 10 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway
Metro locations include Washington County and Multnomah County sites.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
• Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Optional benefits including pet insurance

Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.