Substitute Assistant Teacher - Head Start

NeighborImpact • OR

112d • $25

About The Position

Are you passionate about education and child development? Are you looking for opportunities based on your availability? Join our team as a Substitute Assistant Teacher! If you have strong communication and collaboration skills and want to make a meaningful impact in a supportive school setting, we want to hear from you! NeighborImpact’s Head Start program is a comprehensive early education program serving children and families in Central Oregon. It integrates high-quality pre-kindergarten education with essential services such as health, nutrition, and family advocacy. Operating across multiple sites, NeighborImpact Head Start supports social competence, school readiness, and overall well-being of children from ages three to five.

Requirements

• Associate or baccalaureate degree with a minimum of 12 ECE credits or equivalent.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, which is equivalent to Step 7 on the Oregon Registry.
• Current enrollment in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree in ECE or equivalent.
• Current enrollment in a child development associate credential (CDA) program to be completed within 2 years AND High school diploma or GED.
• Diploma and transcripts are required to validate associate’s degree in early childhood education/related field and to verify ECE/related coursework.
• Competency with Microsoft applications required.
• Frequent kneeling, stooping, bending, and sitting on the floor to attend to children’s needs required.
• This position is rated as active and occasionally requires the individual to lift 50 pounds.
• Food Handler’s Card required prior to date of hire and throughout employment.
• Current enrollment in the OR Child Care Division-Criminal History Registry (CBR) required.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Must have an initial health examination, and a periodic re-examination as recommended by health care provider.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• 6 months experience in a preschool setting preferred.
• Head Start parent or past parent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the teaching team to enhance students’ learning and development.
• Create a safe and engaging classroom environment under the guidance of the Teacher Advocate.
• Lead the classroom during the Teacher’s breaks or absences.
• Plan and conduct various gross motor and small group activities daily.

Benefits

• Accrued sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree