Early Childhood Assistant Pool: 2025/2026

Oregon State University-posted about 1 month ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Corvallis, OR

1,001-5,000 employees

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This recruitment will be used to fill future full-time or part-time, 9-month, Early Childhood Assistant positions at the Childhood Development Center affiliated with the School of Human Development and Family Sciences in the College of Health at Oregon State University (OSU). Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted when positions become available. As part of the education team, this position will support efficient classroom operations to promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of Head Start children.

Under the guidance of the Head Teacher and/or Director, provide assistance in assigned classroom to: Gather and prepare materials for classroom use.
Follow a consistent schedule which includes small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, two meals and effective transitions between activities.
Maintain a developmentally appropriate and safe environment.
Support an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom.
Work with and guide children in a supportive, positive and consistent manner.
Provide supervision for small group activities.
Work with individual or small groups of children.
Perform classroom and center cleaning tasks as needed and as directed.
Interact with children and family members to nurture positive relationships and provide support in professional manner.
Monitor and assist with meals, nap time, clean-up, and hygienic care (toileting, handwashing, etc.).
Create and maintain a safe, healthy, culturally appropriate, emotionally secure learning environment.
Encourage and participate in activities that foster an environment that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and fosters a sense of belonging for both students, families and co-workers.
Monitor playground activities to ensure compliance with safety.
Attend and participate in program meetings as requested by supervisor.
Complete all areas of responsibility in compliance with program code of conduct and confidentiality policies.
Be a contributory team member in a positive/productive manner.
Demonstrate commitment to mission, values and policies in the performance of daily duties.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
May be asked to assist in providing substitute lead teacher coverage throughout the center in alignment with program requirements and children ratios or other tasks as assigned by the lead teacher or director.

A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education; OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR one year of full-time experience in a certified day care center or comparable child care program.
Willingness to participate in on-the-job training.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; problem-solving skills.
Organizational skills including a demonstrated ability to do detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, staff and public.
Sensitivity to individual and group needs.
Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a teaching team and follow directions.
Enrollment in the Child Care Divisions Central Background Registry upon hire
OCC approved health and safety training (within 30 days of hire date).
A demonstrable ability to implement a culturally appropriate learning environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate in a manner that shows respect and inclusivity for all co-workers and internal customers.
Must have or obtain Blood Borne Pathogen training and infant/child First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
Demonstration of self-initiative.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

Experience working with 3-5-year-old children and/or in a preschool.
Knowledge of Head Start.
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field.
Demonstrated understanding of Oregon licensing requirements and rules regulating childcare centers.
Teaching experience in early childhood settings.
Knowledge of community resources in support of families, i.e. health, nutrition, educational, medical, etc.
Training and experience with multicultural populations.
Demonstrated ability to design and or implement trauma informed care.

Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

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