Preschool Promise Teacher

About the environment

Wellness days and Team Appreciation days Professional growth opportunities Continuing Education Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives Engaging, purposeful, values-based work Meaningful connections Work/life balance Focus on well-being & health Positive, supportive work culture

About the Role

Plan, organize, and facilitate a Preschool Promise classroom for up to 16 preschoolers Implement “Creative Curriculum” and complete TS Gold assessments for assigned children Serve USDA meals following family style meal service guidelines Accurate record keeping including meals and attendance Daily bus/car transportation for children (no CDL required) in various weather conditions Case Management of 7-9 children and their families, including: Culturally competent relationship/rapport building with parents At least quarterly strength-based home visits with Spanish and English-speaking families Referral assistance and crises intervention Parent coaching and education, and facilitating positive parent-child interaction Maintain records including daily observations, home visit records, family and child assessments Support other MountainStar activities - at times outside of regular hours Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or a related field with preschool teaching experience. Bachelors in progress, AA/AS or comparable Oregon Registry level considered.
• Bilingual English/Spanish including reading, writing, and speaking effectively in both languages preferred.
• Preference for experience and knowledge in providing high quality early childhood education; observing and assessing the development of young children; working with families experiencing poverty, trauma and/or social complexity; cross-cultural and strengths-based communication; and computer skills including email, Excel, Word, and web-based databases.

What You’re Skilled At

• Able to relate sensitively with families and young children living in high stress, potentially chaotic situations with ongoing stress and trauma. Demonstrates cultural competence and excellent communication skills.
• Able to maintain personal/programmatic boundaries and confidentiality while providing high quality care, education, and other supportive services.
• Able to: work independently and as a team member; prioritize and complete responsibilities; and be flexible as various situations arise.
• Continuing professional growth in areas related to early childhood education.
• Consistent attendance is essential for both the smooth operation of our programs as well as fostering a sense of stability for the children and families we serve.

Physical Demands, Background, Driving and Training Requirements

• · May work outdoors intermittently with exposure to typical Oregon weather. There may be frequent interruptions, working alone, evening or weekend work, working long hours. Working in a close environment with active children. · Must be able to pick up and carry 40 pounds. Must be able to bend, kneel and stand for long lengths of time. In addition, staff must be able to get up and down from playing on the floor with children.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation. Clean driving record to drive company vehicles and transport children.
• Step 8+ on Oregon Registry, OR Step 7.5 or lower (or CDA) with at least one year of preschool teaching experience required ORO account creation
• Within 60 days of employment must be Pediatric CPR and First aid Certified, have a current food handlers’ card, and show proof of completing “Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect,” “Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety,” “Safe Sleep,” and “Prevention is Better than Treatment” courses as required by Oregon Office of Child Care

Salary Range, Schedule, + Benefits

This is a full-time, 36-40 hours per week, hourly non- exempt position with a 10-month hourly $23.00+ per hour which increases based on education and experience, plus benefits. Bilingual pay differential available. Position starts Monday, August 31, 2026. To protect confidentiality at MtStar there is a standard procedure requiring at least a 2-year separation between being a program participant and serving as a staff member or volunteer within the organization. All staff and volunteer roles are at the discretion of MountainStar. All positions at MountainStar Family Relief Nursery are contingent upon the availability of funding.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MountainStar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation.