Teaching Support Staff (FR)
About The Position
ChildRoots, a small family of locally and woman-owned childcare centers in Portland, Oregon, is seeking Support Staff members for our Fremont location. Since 2007, our progressive, play-based schools have focused on guiding children's social and emotional development while encouraging exploration and inquiry. Our awe-inspiring classrooms are designed to provoke curiosity, but it is our teachers who make ChildRoots truly outstanding. Support Staff at ChildRoots works Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day (unless hired as an on-call Substitute), offering care and teaching for classrooms of children between the ages of zero to five years old at our NW and SE locations, and two to five years old at our Fremont location. All support staff roles are supported in the classroom directly by the direction of the Lead Teachers, while they are supported through coaching and learning opportunities via their direct managers. Support Staff roles include: Assistant Teacher, working with a single classroom Break Support, working with multiple (2-3) classrooms (On-Call or Full-Time [FTE 1.0]) Substitute Teachers This role is perfect for educators who: Value collaborative classroom environments that focus on child-led learning and inquiry. Have a strong understanding of child development and pedagogy theory. Are passionate about mentoring young learners and guiding them through social and emotional development.
Requirements
- Be a Step 4 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) system
- Be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry (or begin the process and complete it upon receiving confirmation)
- At least 2 years of experience in an ECE classroom setting.
- Meet the teacher-qualification criteria as outlined by the Office of Child Care requirements, which may include:
- Previous experience in a structured childcare environment.
- Completion of college-level courses in early childhood education-related subjects.
- Complete Oregon’s Safety Set Trainings and required certifications:
- Pediatric CPR/First Aid Course (hybrid or fully in-person)
- Oregon Food Handler's Card (online course)
- Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety (online course)
- Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect (online course)
- Prevention is Better than Treatment (online course)
- Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants (online course)
Nice To Haves
- Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide care and educational support for the students.
- Foster a safe, engaging, and child-centered learning environment.
- Design and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with families, ensuring clear and supportive communication.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
Benefits
- Standardized annual merit-based raises and annual PFA wage adjustments
- Long-term commitment bonuses to incentivize teachers to remain with their cohort
- Health & Vision Insurance – majority employer-paid
- Dental Insurance – majority employer-paid
- Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous company match
- Paid Time Off – Including holidays, a weeklong Winter Break, and professional development opportunities
- Company-provided continuing education
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match and 100%, immediate vesting
- Providence Health, including vision, naturopathic, chiropractic, acupuncture, AND massage
- Principal or Willamette Dental
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
