Assistant Teacher - ELC

Preferred Education and Experience Step 6 Preferred

Travel Staff may be scheduled on short notice to work at any CAIRO Academy site to meet program needs, with locations across Hillsboro, Beaverton, Northeast and Southeast Portland. Travel may also be required for assigned training.

Language Requirements Required

• Proficient in
• English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Preferred: Bilingual in Somali, Arabic, Swahili, Farsi, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Cantonese, or American Sign Language

Additional Eligibility Requirements Central Background Registry Requirement

Employment offers require current enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry. Candidates not yet enrolled may be considered but cannot receive an offer until enrollment is completed. For information on how to enroll in Oregon's Central Background Registry, please visit https://secure.emp.state.or.us/ccd/ or call the Office of Child Care at +1 800-556-6616.

Other Skill Requirements Intermediate skills using

• Windows OS Google Workspace (including Gmail and Google Calendar) Microsoft Office BambooHR (or other web-based time management software) Excel / Google Sheets Zoom virtual meeting space Teaching Strategies web-based platform (TSG) Procare (or other web based childcare management system)
• Mobile phone applications
• Tablet devices
• Typical office equipment: Printer, landline phone, projector, walkie talkie, camera, etc. Physical Requirements of the Job Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Frequent bending, crouching, and sitting on the floor or child-sized chairs Ability to move quickly to ensure children’s safety Ability to respond appropriately in emergencies (e.g., CPR, First Aid, evacuations) Ability to stand or walk up to 6 hours per day Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and overhead tasks Ability to communicate with children at their eye level

Job Conditions Will be required to work outdoors intermittently with exposure to typical Oregon weather conditions. There may be frequent interruptions, evening or weekend work, working long hours in peak periods. May work in a confined and small space with minimal room for maneuverability.

• Additional Requirements of the Job Maintain continual interaction with co-workers, parents, and children to provide information and support.
• Always relate positively to children and adults.
• Meet deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Complete tasks and required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain focus despite frequent interruptions and varying levels of concentration demands.
• Manage multiple, multi-faceted tasks on a regular basis.
• Provide a supportive, caring environment for preschool children.
• Develop and maintain respectful, positive relationships with children, families, staff, and others.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Follow established directions and instructions consistently.
• Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range $23.16 - $24.50/hr. depending on step number, education level/Training per PFA Requirements.
• Required Hours 7:15 AM - 3:15 PM (Hours may vary) FLSA Classification Non - Exempt Locations CAIRO Academy at Imlay Elementary School CAIRO Academy at Vestal Elementary School CAIRO Academy at Errol Hassell Elementary school CAIRO Academy at Woodmere Elementary School CAIRO Academy at Davis Elementary School CAIRO Academy at Troutdale Elementary School CAIRO Academy Early Learning Center

Benefits

Up to 7 days of accrued Paid Time Off per year Up to 40 hours of accrued sick leave per year Up to 16 paid company holidays Paid Time Off for Spring Break - in alignment with school district Paid Time Off for Winter Break - in alignment with school district Medical and Dental insurance with employee-only premiums covered 100% by CAIRO Vision Insurance low-cost employee premium 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match Paid professional development opportunities

Note

This job description outlines primary responsibilities but is not all-inclusive. Employees may be required to follow supervisor instructions and perform additional duties within, below, or occasionally above their job level as needed.