POSITION SUMMARY:The Preschool Teacher is responsible for providing a comprehensive early intervention preschool program for children whose parents have cognitive difficulties. The Teacher will support all aspects of the classroom which includes but not limited to classroom, playground structure, curriculum plans and implements developmentally appropriate practices, to a classroom up to 15 children, provide/assist to the children and family transportation. Support child observations and documentation. In addition, the teacher attends home visits and or parent/teacher conferences with the Lead teacher. This position can be laid off up to 10 week's through the school year.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interact with children showing respect and dignity. Apply Agency core values of stewardship, compassion, integrity and equity.
Ensure workflow and/or procedures are kept up-to-date for owned tasks
Maintain all safety protocols and techniques within the workplace
Maintain an accurate daily record on timesheet of hours worked
Acts responsive and engaged with developing a positive work environment which includes providing honest, respectful and direct feedback to other staff, participating in team meetings, team development, personal training plans, respecting diversity and differences among staff, clients and stakeholders.
Implement developmentally appropriate classroom curriculum for children
Set up and clean up Classroom (including stocking enough towels, baby wipes, and plastic bags; making bleach bottles daily to spray diaper changing area and all objects at day end: sanitizing objects put in the children's mouth).
Promote and encourage child growth and development in the classroom
Support accurate and complete data on the individual child files, (including required daily observation forms for all children under 3 years of age; attendance records, Client Contact Logs, weekly child observations, home visit records, child assessments, child developmental screenings, child goals, and PBC data system is up to date).
Support and maintain positive communication with parents.
Report any suspected instances of abuse or neglect to the supervisor, make reports to Child Welfare Program, and to other supervisors and team members who are also working with that family.
Attend family engagement activities and other events as need for fundraising
Attend/Plan family staffing meetings, all staff meetings, and team meetings.
Maintain open, positive communication and promote individual/group problem solving skills with children, families, co-workers, and the community.
Provide transportation of children/families (Driving or Assistant) in an agency vehicle
Follow PBC, USDA, DELC, SPARK, and Grant guidelines at all times
Assume the Lead Teacher's responsibilities in his/her/they absence.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure workflow and/or procedures are kept up-to-date for owned tasks
Maintain all safety protocols and techniques within the workplace
Maintain an accurate daily record on timesheet of hours worked
Acts responsive and engaged with developing a positive work environment which includes providing honest, respectful and direct feedback to other staff, participating in team meetings, team development, personal training plans, respecting diversity and differences among staff, clients and stakeholders.
Completes other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
A comprehensive knowledge of indicators and effects of maltreatment, abuse and neglect on children, nutrition, health, safety, and special needs
Learn and apply Therapeutic, Trauma Informed, and Positive Support.
Ability to work with adults who have a variety of stresses/challenges
Knowledge of the community/county resources
Demonstrate good stress management and self-care skills.
Ability to relate to diverse at-risk children and families with sensitivity and respect.
Ability to be flexible in schedule of work hours and days, in order to best meet the needs of children/families.
Knowledge and competent use of the internet, email, and word processing programs.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and share information on a need-to-know basis only.
Ability to respond effectively to emergent situations.
Model a positive attitude toward work.
Ability to adapt and work effectively under pressure.
Listen actively and use effective conflict resolution skills.
Excellent communication skills, written, verbal and non-verbal.
Ability to work closely as a team member and to model appropriately for others on the team.
Ability to educate and oversee groups of parents and children.
Ability to represent the program positively within the community.
Ability to collaborate with parents and their children in a warm, calming, respectful, encouraging and patient manner.
Willingness to seek and accept feedback and implement recommendations in a timely manner.
Sound judgment and common sense in decision-making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
CDA or Step 7 in the Oregon Registry
One + years of experience working in Early Childhood Education with young children
Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities/cognitive difficulties preferred
State of Oregon Driver's License and valid vehicle insurance
Registered in the Central Background Check, Current First Aid and CPR card, Food Handler's Card, Annual Mandatory Reporter/Child Abuse and Neglect training.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
The physical effort applied in this job will vary depending on situation. Typically, lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, working at floor level, standing, walking, sitting, and communicating will apply
MENTAL OR VISUAL DEMAND:
Constant mental and visual focus is required while working with children.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working conditions will typically be in a climate controlled and regulated environment
Playground and off-site work will present a variety of environmental conditions
ATTENDANCE:
This position requires availability based on business need
It is imperative that attendance protocols are adhered to and that Department Call-In Policies are maintained at all times
SAFETY:
There is never a good reason to risk your own personal safety or that of a child or co-worker
Being pro-active to prevent injuries or incidents is an expectation
All injuries or incidents, no matter how small, must be reported
FSLA:
The position of Preschool Teacher is non-exempt
Non-Exempt positions are eligible for overtime pay
EEO CLASSIFICATION:
The position of Preschool Teacher is a Category (2) Professionals
