Classroom Aide, HS Duration (Sept - May)

Community Action Organization • Beaverton, OR

12d • $17

About The Position

We're looking for a full-time classroom aide. The ideal candidate will have strong collaboration skills, enjoy working with children, and be bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred). A high school diploma (or equivalent) and a current Oregon Central Background Registry (CBR) enrollment is required before hire. This position is under an Advanced Placement rate and all new hires receive $17/hour.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to successfully pass applicable background and Oregon Central Background Registry checks prior to new hire processing and beginning actual employment.
• Completion of appropriate Fit for Duty and TB Testing according to Head Start regulations prior to date of hire.
• Current Oregon Registry Step Certificate (or acquired within 90 days from date of hire).
• Current First Aid/CPR certification (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).
• Current Oregon Food Handler Card (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).
• All state licensing requirements for classroom staff (or acquired within 30 days from date of hire).

Nice To Haves

• bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Work with classroom staff to create an environment conducive to learning, reflective of the different stages of child development, responsive to cultural backgrounds, and inviting to children and families.
• Develop and implement weekly lesson plans; collecting and recording objective child observations; support with the planning and implementation of the curriculum and individualized education services to the children in the class.
• In collaboration with all classroom staff, engage in active supervision of the children; ensure the required adult-child ratio is always maintained; and respond to/correct any at-risk safety issues immediately.
• Support the Teacher in developing and implementing weekly lesson plans; collecting and recording objective child observations; support with the planning and implementation of the curriculum and individualized education services to the children in the class.
• Provide successful inclusion of children with mental health and/or special needs and work with Early Childhood Special Education staff and partners to identify and provide appropriate services.

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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED