Teacher, HS Duration (August - May)

About the role

Community Action is seeking 3 full-time teachers to join our team. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or higher, two years of experience teaching children ages 3-5, and be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement weekly lesson plans using Creative Curriculum.
• Support the planning and implementation of the curriculum and individualized education services to children in the class.
• Ensure the successful inclusion of all children, including those with mental health and/or special needs.
• Work with Early Childhood Special Education staff and partners to identify and provide appropriate services.
• Conduct home visits, parent-teacher conferences, and other parent-focused activities to establish a positive link between home and school.
• Develop and maintain a detailed working knowledge of Community Action Head Start Policies and Procedures and Head Start Performance Standards.
• Provide relationship-based support to assist families in skill development to achieve their family goals.
• Identify and follow up on progress and barriers to progress.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum of an Associate of Early Childhood Education or equivalent; sufficient to be placed at Step 9 or higher on the Oregon Registry.
• Experience: At least a year of qualifying teaching experience in a Certified Child Care Center or comparable group care program, in the care of children ages 3 - 5.
• Background check: Must be able to successfully pass applicable background and Oregon Central Background Registry checks prior to new hire processing and beginning actual employment.
• Testing: Completion of appropriate Fit for Duty and TB Testing according to Head Start regulations prior to date of hire.
• Licenses and Insurance: Requires a valid Oregon driver's license, proof of auto insurance for private vehicle, and/or access to reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or qualifications that would allow the candidate to be placed at ORO Step 10.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English and another language.
• Experience with and/or knowledge of Head Start.
• Training and/or education in working with children with special needs.

Skills

• Ability to translate written material.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance benefits, including free dental and 90% of your medical premiums covered by the employer for single coverage plans
Bilingual Pay Program
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
Generous time off benefits with paid vacation, paid sick days, and 13 holidays!