Infant Toddler Teacher MSHS

Oregon Child Development Coalition • Nyssa, OR

6d • $21 - $31

About The Position

The Infant Toddler Teacher supports and promotes children’s safety, health, and development in partnership with parents and other early childhood professionals, consistent with Head Start Performance Standards, USDA requirements, and day care licensing regulations. The teacher plans and develops a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum that meets the needs of children and families.

The role includes maintaining a nurturing, safe, clean, and engaging classroom; conducting screenings, observations, assessments, and individualized learning plans; and collaborating with families, caregivers, specialists, and classroom staff. The teacher also contributes to family engagement, program planning, documentation, health and nutrition practices, emergency preparedness, and related classroom and program activities.

OCDC offers several qualification and pay levels. Teacher E requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus an Infant Toddler CDA within six months of hire, or an eligible Oregon community college certificate within one year of hire. Teacher C requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, plus an Infant Toddler CDA or eligible Oregon community college certificate. Teacher A requires an associate’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development, or equivalent qualifying coursework in a related field. Teacher B requires a bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development, or equivalent qualifying coursework in a related field. The applicable education must include training or coursework focused on infant and toddler development. Placement within the pay range depends on factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Metro locations are in Washington and Multnomah counties.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or Diploma de Educacion Secundaria is required for Teacher E and Teacher C qualification pathways.
• For Teacher E, obtain an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate within six months from date of hire, or have a one-year Oregon community college certificate in the field within one year from date of hire, with relevant infant and toddler development training or coursework.
• For Teacher C, hold an Infant Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate or a one-year Oregon community college certificate in the field, with relevant infant and toddler development training or coursework.
• For Teacher A, hold an associate’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development, or in any field with coursework equivalent to a related major, with relevant infant and toddler development training or coursework.
• For Teacher B, hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education or child development, or in any field with coursework equivalent to a related major, with relevant infant and toddler development training or coursework.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Use First Aid and CPR appropriately during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, health, and development of infants and toddlers in a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment.
• Plan and implement culturally responsive curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment and supervise children at all times.
• Complete developmental screenings, observations, assessments, and individualized learning plans.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and specialists to support each child’s development.
• Conduct home visits and parent-teacher conferences to discuss child progress and goals.
• Participate in case management, staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities.
• Provide guidance, support, and direction to classroom staff, assistant teachers, and volunteers.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and required program records.
• Promote positive nutrition practices and health and safety standards.
• Support family engagement, communication, and parent involvement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of child and family information.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies using First Aid and CPR and participate in drills.
• Support transportation and field trip activities as required.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week.
• 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 pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED