Preschool Substitute Teacher

Description

POSITION:                              Preschool Substitute Teacher

JOB CLASS/GRADE:               Assistant/Grade 9

WAGE:                                      Starting at $21.63 per hour

FLSA; EEO; WC:                      Non-Exempt; Professional; 8864

LOCATIONS:                          IRCO Preschool at Indian Hills Elementary School, Hillsboro, OR

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:             On-call/Casual

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:   (1)

APPLY AT:                              www.irco.org 

STATUS:                                  Oncall/ Casual without Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                        Preschool

SECTOR/DIVISION:              Early Learning Services 

REQUIREMENTS: 

Proficiency in written and spoken English; bilingual preferred.  Registration in the Central Background Registry. Completion of   required health and safety training before working with children.

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
The Preschool Team’s purpose is to provide safe and inclusive learning environments and engaging interactions for the children in their care.  

Position Summary
The Preschool Substitute Teacher collaborates with the teaching team to ensure the wellbeing of the children in their care and support developmentally appropriate activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth while following Oregon state licensing guidelines and early childhood best practices.

Essential Functions

• Promote and support social, physical, emotional, and intellectual development through planned activities and an engaging classroom environment
• Actively supervise children to ensure their safety at all times
• Maintain an environment that is welcoming, clean, organized, and safe 
• Promote a multilingual/multicultural, family-centered environment
• Adhere to all Preschool Promise and Oregon Child Care Center licensing requirements and guidelines
• Assist children with activities of daily life (e.g. handwashing, restroom use, mealtimes, dressing); support children to build independence and develop healthy habits

Secondary Functions

• Strong intercultural communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Compassionate with the ability to adapt to stressful conditions and manage time effectively
• Punctual ability to maintain a good attendance record
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry
• Some coursework and/or community-based training in child development and early learning theories and practices
• 1+ years of experience working with young children preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of immigrant and refugee cultures and local populations
• Experience working in a multicultural environment; bilingual in English and a second language preferred

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• In-person, classroom setting
• Position requires some analysis of problems or decision-making ability
• Work under close supervision
• Well protected environment with minimal hazards or obstacles
• Stable work schedule with no fluctuations

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions or responsibilities.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short-term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement

Engage fully in DEIB training, recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities.  This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO values and DEIB initiatives, such as active membership in an affinity group and/or joining a strategic plan workgroup.

How To Apply

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.  
2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.  
3. For questions about this position, please email [email protected]

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.