Escuelita Esperanza Classroom Aid/Bus Monitor

Latino Network•Portland, OR

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Escuelita Esperanza Classroom Aid/Bus Monitor supports Latino Network’s early childhood programs by working directly with preschool-aged children and their families. Under the general direction of the Lead Teacher and Teacher Assistant, the role helps prepare classroom materials, maintain children’s safety in the classroom and on the bus, assist with meal service, and implement developmentally appropriate activities. The position also supports active family engagement and children’s learning during transportation, using songs and open-ended questions when possible and consistent with safety protocols. The role contributes to day-to-day program delivery, children’s social and emotional development, school readiness, and a welcoming, inclusive learning environment. Responsibilities include using integrated curriculum and individual education plans, observing and documenting children’s development, communicating regularly with families and coworkers, and participating in coaching, reflective practices, meetings, and training. The position is full-time, non-exempt, based in Portland, Oregon, and pays $23.16 per hour.

Requirements

Three years of related experience or relevant coursework.
A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred; alternatively, an associate degree with additional training or certification, a Child Development Associate (CDA), or Step 5 or higher in ORO is listed as a qualification pathway.
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and measurement of training effects.
Commitment to creating a welcoming environment where young children can play, learn, explore, and cultivate curiosity, joy, and a positive sense of self.
Ability to select and use appropriate training or instructional methods and procedures when learning or teaching new things.
Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Current driver’s license, insurance, and access to a reliable automobile during work hours.
Member of the community in which the employee will work.
Fluent in Spanish, including Spanish reading and writing skills.
Strong desire to promote educational justice in the community.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team, and to work cross-culturally with respect for diversity.
Proficient computer skills.
Willingness to grow, change, and learn.
Demonstrate patience, open-mindedness, responsibility, courage, motivation, empathy, compassion, non-judgmentalness, flexibility, persistence, and creativity.
Successfully complete initial and ongoing employment screens, including criminal background, fingerprinting, and vehicle record checks as required.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting, bending, squatting, and kneeling while assisting children or performing janitorial responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a field related to early childhood education.

Responsibilities

Work directly with young children and their parents or families in day-to-day program delivery.
Provide a welcoming and inclusive environment through nurturing and affirming language, tone, and demeanor.
Develop and use integrated curriculum plans that include mandated elements, parental input, and cultural influences.
Encourage experimentation, exploration, problem-solving, cooperation, socialization, and choice-making; ask open-ended questions and listen respectfully to children.
Support classroom management and children’s social and emotional development using program policies, procedures, training, and Positive Behavior Supports.
Use data from the online ongoing assessment system to develop and implement an individual education plan for each child based on their interests, strengths, and developmental needs.
Assess children’s ongoing development and progress through observation methods such as written notes, anecdotes, video, photos, and parent observations.
Participate in coaching and reflective practices that support healthy early development, school readiness, family engagement, and improved pedagogy.
Document and submit data and follow-up for children and families within prescribed timelines.
Maintain regular communication with families, including through phone calls, newsletters, and letters home.
Prepare classroom materials, assist with meal service, and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
Ensure children’s safety in the classroom and on the bus; engage children during transport with songs and open-ended questions when possible and in accordance with safety protocols.
Meet deadlines for mileage and program expense reimbursements and timesheets.
Comply with HIPAA and applicable confidentiality laws.
Attend team meetings, staff meetings, and staff trainings.
Maintain clear, open, and respectful communication with coworkers, children, and families.
Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Communicate schedule or attendance challenges to the team and supervisor in a timely manner.
Approach conflict with an open mind and the goal of finding resolution or accepting non-closure when resolution is not the desired outcome.
Report suspected child abuse in accordance with Oregon statute and Latino Network policies.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.