ELC Substitute Teacher- Elementary

PACIFIC UNIVERSITY • Forest Grove, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-call Substitute Teacher position in the Early Learning Community at Pacific University Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice. At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove, Hillsboro, and Eugene. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge. ABOUT THE EARLY LEARNING COMMUNITY: The Early Learning Community (ELC) is a vibrant, joyful place where over 100 children engage in rich, hands-on learning activities from preschool through 4th grade. We believe that giving children access to beautiful classrooms, inspiring curriculum, and master teachers allows them to thrive in school and develop a lifelong love of learning. We work hard to know each and every child as an individual while also building a deep sense of community and belonging. As a demonstration school, we are responsible not only for teaching our students but also for helping to prepare the next generation of educators by serving as a practicum site for Pacific undergraduate and graduate students as well as high school volunteers. ABOUT THE ROLE: Classrooms in the elementary grades at the ELC are blended, meaning that two grade levels are combined. In order to provide individualized support for 20-24 students, we have two adults guiding the group - a Lead Teacher who plans and facilitates the curriculum and an Assistant Teacher who provides vital support to ensure that all children’s needs are met. On-Call substitute teachers fill in as assistant teachers when one member of the team is out sick or away dfor a planned absence. On-call substitutes do not have guaranteed days or a number of hours per week that they work but are part of a list of available and qualified substitute teachers to whom our teachers may reach out weeks or even months in advance or that morning for same day coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be enrolled in the Department of Early Learning and Care’s (DELC’s) Central Background Registry.
• Must have a minimum of 6 months working in a licensed group care environment with at least 10 toddler, preschool, or early elementary level.
• Able to sit, bend and lift up to 50 pounds and move quickly around a classroom and playground.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a group of at least 10 children during unstructured play to both ensure safety and support conflict resolution as the need arises.
• Strong oral English communication skills.
• High degree of reliability and commitment to work hours scheduled.
• Can establish and maintain pleasant, effective working relationships with children and colleagues.
• Flexibility of hours as this is an “on-call” position; ELC staff may schedule with substitutes months in advance or reach out the morning of to check availability that day.
• Able to work independently with a high degree of confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a lead, assistant, or substitute teacher.
• Has already completed required “safety set” trainings for licensed child care - Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect, Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety, Foundations for Learning- and has a current Food Handler’s license and CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning experiences as outlined in the substitute plans or as directed by the assistant teacher using a hands-on approach to learning. This might include leading small groups of children during literacy/math times or supervising the entire group during lunch or recess.
• Interact with children in ways that respect each child’s individuality and nourish growth in intellectual, socio-emotional, artistic, and physical domains.
• Communicate questions, concerns, or feedback for families to the Assistant Teacher and Head of School. Share final notes at the end of the day with classroom’s Lead Teacher so that they may address any questions/issues when they return.
• Assist throughout the facility with the maintenance of orderliness and positive aesthetic. This may include washing classroom dishes/art materials, tidying the classroom environment, and/or running laundry as directed by the assistant teacher.
• Maintain and nurture positive space and effective relationships with children, teachers and visitors of the Early Learning Community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed