Preschool Teacher
Oregon Child Development Coalition•Concordia, KS
•$24 - $29•Onsite
About The Position
Ensures, supports, and promotes each child’s learning, well-being, and development in cooperation with their parents and other early childhood professionals in a manner consistent with the Head Start Performance Standards, USDA, and day care licensing regulations. Based on parent goals, classroom observations and individual child assessments the teacher plans a developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum which meets the needs of all children and their families.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Early childhood education or child development OR Any field and coursework equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education or child development
- 6 months of actual work experience teaching preschool age children.
- Oregon Registry Step 9 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway (for Preschool Teacher B)
- Oregon Registry Step 10 or higher per degree or college coursework pathway (for Preschool Teacher B)
Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool‑age children
- Plan and implement curriculum aligned with Head Start Performance Standards and child development best practices
- Individualize instruction based on observations, assessments, and family goals
- Conduct developmental screenings, assessments, and maintain child portfolios and documentation
- Promote children’s cognitive, language, social‑emotional, and physical development
- Communicate regularly and respectfully with families about child progress and classroom activities
- Support family engagement through conferences, home visits, and classroom involvement opportunities
- Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to classroom staff and volunteers
- Collaborate with education, health, mental health, and disabilities staff to support children’s needs
- Maintain accurate records, program documentation, and compliance requirements
- Promote healthy practices related to nutrition, safety, and overall wellness
- Model positive guidance strategies and responsive teaching practices
- Maintain confidentiality of child and family information
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and program planning activities
- 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
Associate degree
