Sitter Job in Portland, Oregon

Teacher assistant (Part time/part year)

Mustard Seed Preschool (185th Ave. and Rock Creek Blvd.)

Our preschool has been in operation for over 31 years and we have an opening for a Teacher aide position which will begin ASAP.
This position is working in our 3’s class which is held on Tuesday and Thursday Morning from 900-1145... and in the 4/5 Pre-K classroom Monday through Thursday afternoons from --.... This is also potential for more hours that would be varying from week to week. Flexibility is a must for this position.

Requirements:
- Associates degree or Minimum two year experience teaching young children ages 3-5
-Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education
-Current enrollment in Oregon's Criminal History Registry or ability to successful pass a background check by the state of Oregon
-Current Food Handler's Certification, or ability to obtain within the first 30 days
-Current CPR/First Aid Certification, or ability to obtain within the first 30 days
-Current Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect Certification,
-OR able to obtain each requirement within 30 days of hiring

Preferred:
-Familiar with Creative Curriculum

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist Lead Teacher in implementing daily lesson plans
• Interact with students individually and in groups
• Display professionalism in communication with students, parents, and co-workers
• Assist in the observation and documentation of student's needs and growth
• Assist in ensuring the physical and emotional safety of students
• Help to maintain a clean and organized learning environment
• Participate in regular staff meetings and professional development opportunities relevant to position