Infant Toddler Teacher - Entry Level - Limited Duration

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde•Grand Ronde, OR

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About The Position

Creates a nurturing environment that promotes the physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development of children ages 12 weeks through three years. Develops collaborative relationships with parents and guardians, recognizing their role as the child’s most important teacher. This is an entry-level, limited-duration position. The starting wage range is $27.05–$34.95 per hour. The role provides an inclusive, developmentally appropriate learning environment; implements curriculum and individualized lesson plans; works with families and staff on children’s goals and progress; and supports children with special needs. It also involves maintaining records and regulatory compliance, preparing meals and snacks according to CACFP requirements, participating in staff meetings and training, and assisting with equipment and materials inventory. The position requires reporting suspected child abuse or neglect and may include occasional local travel and infrequent out-of-state travel. The employee may be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies or when the Tribal Emergency Operations Center is opened. Candidates are subject to criminal and character background checks and may be fingerprinted. The position requires an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within six months of hire and a commitment to earn an Associate’s degree within two years of hire, along with three years of experience working with children age three and younger, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A valid Oregon driver’s license, eligibility for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance, and proof of personal vehicle insurance are required. First Aid certification and a food handler’s card are also required, as are TB and Hep B vaccinations and a physical every three years.

Requirements

Three years of work experience with children age three and younger, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Obtain an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential within six months of hire.
Commit to earning an Associate’s degree within two years of hire.
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement learning experiences that advance children’s intellectual and physical development.
Ability to establish and maintain a safe, healthy learning environment.
Ability to support children’s social and emotional development.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Working knowledge of Head Start components.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture.
Maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license or obtain one upon hire, qualify for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.
TB and Hep B vaccinations and a physical every three years are required.
First Aid certification required.
Food handler’s card required.
May be required to provide documentation of, or receive, certain health vaccinations because of interactions with employees and the public.
May be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during emergencies or when the Tribal Emergency Operations Center is opened.

Responsibilities

Create a nurturing environment that promotes children’s physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and language development.
Provide an accepting environment that supports and respects gender, culture, language, ethnicity, and family composition.
Implement the adopted curriculum in a developmentally appropriate manner.
Post weekly individualized lesson plans that promote the development of assigned children.
Engage parents and guardians in lesson planning, goal setting, and assessment of children’s growth; promote parental involvement.
Confer with parents and staff about each child’s developmental and educational status and progress.
Conduct appropriate safety and emergency drills regularly.
Maintain current knowledge and skills needed to comply with Tribal, State, Federal, and grant regulations and requirements.
Prepare and serve meals and snacks in a developmentally appropriate manner consistent with USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) requirements.
Provide an appropriate environment and guidance for children with special needs or disabilities.
Participate in developing Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs) and help address the individual goals of assigned children with an IFSP.
Maintain records and documentation in compliance with regulations, ensuring confidentiality of child records.
Know and abide by preschool policies; participate in weekly staff meetings and scheduled trainings, including 20 or more hours of training each program year.
Assist with inventory and ordering of site equipment and materials.
Report child abuse or neglect to the proper authorities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Ensure hiring, training, promotion, assignment, discipline, and discharge of employees comply with Tribal Law, including TERO.
Ensure staff adhere to policies and procedures, work and safety rules, administrative rules, Tribal Law, and State Regulations.
Serve as a mentor for Tribal career development when requested.
Support a safe work environment by performing duties in accordance with Tribal safety policies and procedures and the Emergency Management Plan.