Infant-Toddler Instructional Assistant
Oregon Child Development Coalition•Brooks, MN
•$17 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
Assists teaching staff with various duties in the infant and/or toddler classrooms in accordance with grant standards, childcare licensing regulations, United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), OCDC’s policies and procedures and other applicable standards. Helps to maintain a healthy and safe classroom environment. May provide coverage for child/teacher ratios when teaching staff must leave the classroom for breaks, meetings, and/or planning time.
Requirements
- No prior education or experience is required for this position.
- Within 4 months from date of hire, must meet Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for an infant/toddler Teacher Aide II.
- Meets Oregon Early Learning Division’s requirements for an infant/toddler Teacher.
- High School Diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria AND Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate; or 1 year Oregon community college certificate (college certificate is equivalent to ORO step 8 in field) WITH training or coursework in early childhood development with a focus on development of infants and toddlers.
Responsibilities
- Support teaching staff in providing a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment
- Supervise infants and toddlers in classrooms and on playgrounds using positive guidance techniques
- Assist with daily routines, including diapering, toileting, dressing, mealtimes, and transitions
- Help implement daily classroom activities such as free play, story time, and learning centers
- Maintain cleanliness of classrooms, toys, furniture, and supplies, including light cleaning and laundry
- Support communication with children, families, and staff in a respectful and positive manner
- Assist with dual language instruction, as applicable
- Help with basic record keeping and classroom documentation as assigned
- Provide classroom coverage to maintain child‑to‑teacher ratios during staff breaks or absences (as qualifications allow)
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
- Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
- Optional benefits including pet insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
