Inclusion Classroom Aide - ELC

CAIRO•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Inclusion Aide works with Lead and Assistant Teachers to support daily classroom operations, curriculum implementation, and individualized supports for children with diverse abilities and needs. The aide helps maintain a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive environment where children can participate and succeed alongside their peers. In collaboration with families, classroom staff, MECP, and other specialists, the aide helps implement accommodations and support plans, including IFSPs, reinforces learning for individuals and small groups, and assists with classroom routines and documentation. In accordance with Preschool for All’s Inclusion and Retention Policy, the aide supports children in the least restrictive environment and promotes full participation while preventing unnecessary exclusion from classroom activities. Staff may be required to administer medication or receive training from a Registered Nurse to do so. The role works closely with the Lead Teacher and Multi-Site Coordinators to comply with applicable standards, regulations, and guidelines established by DELC, PFA, PSP, OSHA, and the Environmental Health Authority. Staff may be scheduled on short notice to work at any CAIRO Academy location across Hillsboro, Beaverton, Northeast Portland, and Southeast Portland, and may need to travel for assigned training. The position may involve intermittent outdoor work in typical Oregon weather, frequent interruptions, evening or weekend work, long hours during peak periods, and work in confined spaces.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and have ORO Step 4.
At least 1 year of verified experience in a certified childcare center with children ages 3–5.
Experience in inclusive settings supporting children with varying support needs.
At least 240 documented hours as an Aide I or Aide II in a certified childcare center.
Proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing.
Current enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry is required before an employment offer can be made.
Intermediate skills using Windows OS, Google Workspace (including Gmail and Google Calendar), Microsoft Office, BambooHR or other web-based time management software, Excel or Google Sheets, Zoom, Teaching Strategies (TSG), Procare or another web-based childcare management system, mobile phone applications, tablet devices, and typical office equipment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; bend, crouch, and sit frequently on the floor or child-sized chairs; move quickly to ensure children’s safety; respond appropriately in emergencies; stand or walk up to 6 hours per day; frequently use hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and overhead tasks; and communicate with children at their eye level.
Ability to maintain focus despite interruptions and varying concentration demands, manage multiple tasks, communicate effectively, and provide a supportive and caring environment for preschool children.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability in Somali, Arabic, Swahili, Farsi, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Cantonese, or American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Lead and Assistant Teachers on daily classroom operations and curriculum implementation.
Support children with diverse abilities and needs through individualized accommodations and support plans, including IFSPs.
Help create a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom where children can participate alongside peers.
Work with families, classroom staff, MECP, and specialists to support children.
Reinforce learning for individual children and small groups.
Assist with classroom routines and documentation.
Promote children’s full participation in the least restrictive environment and help prevent unnecessary exclusion from classroom activities.
Work with the Lead Teacher and Multi-Site Coordinators to ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and guidelines.
Maintain positive and respectful relationships and continual interaction with children, families, coworkers, and others.
Complete tasks and required documentation accurately and on time, meet deadlines, and follow directions consistently.
Travel between CAIRO Academy sites as scheduled and attend assigned trainings.
Administer medication if required, following applicable training and requirements.