Prenatal to 3rd grade (P3) Program Assistant

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization•Portland, OR

39d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to welcome, serve and empower refugees, immigrants and people across cultures and generations to reach their full potential. Find out more at www.irco.org. Position Summary The Prenatal to 3rd grade (P3) Program Assistant works closely with the Lincoln Park P3 Coordinator to co-facilitate the P3 Play and Learn groups and parent workshops for Spanish speaking clients. The P3 Program Assistant may also provide outreach and connect with households who speak Spanish to share about P3 opportunities for them and their students. This position offers a limited number of hours per week, with all hours primarily happening on one day each week and total hours per week will not exceed 5 hrs. Program Summary Schools Uniting Neighborhoods (SUN) Community Schools are a school-based service delivery model that provides a comprehensive set of services to the school communities where we are serving. IRCO’s SUN Community Schools offer a variety of programs that support student and parent education as well as family stability.

Requirements

Effectively communicates in the Spanish language
Must be able to pass an extensive Oregon Department of Education
Must effectively communicate in Spanish
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to pass an extensive Oregon Department of Education background check prior to starting work
Must have a High School degree (or equivalent experience in the field)
Must be flexible, dependable, and have excellent multitasking skills
Must be willing to complete mandatory training on child abuse reporting, program safety, and any other required topics

Nice To Haves

Experience working directly with youth 1 to 5 yrs old in groups of 15 or more
Experience implementing lesson plans for early learners
Experience with age-appropriate classroom management and behavior management
Experience leading activities with groups of adults and children

Responsibilities

Use good judgment when working with youth in a school or preschool setting
Treat youth and adults respectfully while executing classroom management
Follow guidance and instructions of the P3 Coordinator to co-facilitate age-appropriate curricula for children aged 1-5 years old enrichment classes (for example art, circle time, music, sensory, etc.)
Ensure a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when working with students and families
Occasionally support school family nights and special events
Attend all required staff meetings and P-3 program orientations
Develop culturally responsive and respectful relationships with students, their families, and the community members we serve
Utilize bilingual skills to support effective communication to students, families, and clients in Spanish
Actively work to disrupt racism and systematic oppression through inclusive program practice and implementation
Support resource referrals for Spanish speaking clients, when applicable