Classroom Aide

Family Building Blocks • Woodburn, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Family Building Blocks in Woodburn, OR is seeking a part-time Classroom Aide (20–29 hours per week) to support our Therapeutic Classroom. This position offers hands-on experience in a nurturing environment, helping ensure a safe, engaging, and supportive space where children can learn and thrive. As a Classroom Aide, you'll play an essential role in supporting young children in the classroom and assisting the teaching team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working in a childcare environment or comparable care program, in the care of infant and/or toddlers/preschool age children.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check
• Oregon driver's license and acceptable driving record

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish differential pay

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom breaks and step in as a support teacher as needed.
• Assist in maintaining a structured yet flexible schedule to meet children's needs.
• Encourage exploration, cooperation, and positive socialization among children.
• Use positive child guidance techniques and effective supervision strategies.
• Prepare and organize classroom materials to support learning.
• Act as a bus monitor to ensure the safe transportation of children.
• Greet children and families, exchange relevant program and family information, and observe the health and well-being of each child.
• Ensure all passengers wear seat belts or are secured in age-appropriate car seats.
• Ensure that each child is delivered to the care of a responsible adult from the authorized list.
• Follow all procedures to prevent a child from being left behind on the bus.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip checklists and driver safety checks.
• Assist the Bus Driver with bus-related duties as needed.
• Act as a backup bus driver when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom and bus environment.
• Assist with meal service, cleanup, and laundry as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Support volunteers and student interns in classroom activities.
• Provide childcare support for parent involvement activities.

Benefits

• Starting at $16.41-17.40 per hour DOE
• Generous paid time off
• Volunteer paid time off
• Inclement weather paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Discounted cell phone plans
• Prorated Medical and Dental insurance with buy-up options
• Employer-paid basic group life insurance
• Discounted fitness center/gym memberships included with medical plan
• Alternative care supplemental benefits included with medical plan

What This Job Offers

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