Family Building Blocks·Stayton, Oregon
Develop and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans to support the social, emotional, and cognitive growth of young children. Collaborate with families through home visits and community referrals to strengthen parent-child relationships and home environments.
Relief Nursery Therapeutic Education Teacher (Bilingual English/Spanish Required) Family Building Blocks is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Relief Nursery Therapeutic Education Teacher to join our team at Doris's Place in Stayton, Oregon, serving children and families throughout the surrounding communities.
This is a bilingual English/Spanish position.
Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages to support the diverse families served by our program.
Pay & Benefits This position offers a competitive starting wage of $20.88 to $22.15 per hour, depending on experience.
Employees who meet the bilingual language requirement are eligible for language differential pay.
Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance with buy-up options available Employer-paid basic group life insurance 401(k) retirement plan Pet insurance Alternative care supplemental benefits Discounted fitness center and gym memberships Generous paid time off accrual (16 hours per month) Personal leave hours Inclement weather paid leave Paid holidays Discounted Verizon and T-Mobile cell phone plans If you're passionate about supporting children and families and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we encourage you to apply today.
About Family Building Blocks Family Building Blocks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping children safe and families together.
Our values guide both the services we provide and the culture we create for our employees.
Our Values We respect the unique personhood of each child We believe in the power of a securely attached family We are family-centered, caring and supportive We strive for equity and celebrate diversity We are collaborative and ambitious We emphasize strengths and assume positive intent We honor vulnerability and courage We offer optimism and hope We express gratitude for our community's generosity Our Reputation Our programs are high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and family-centered We are innovative, adaptive, and nimble We are strategic leaders and collaborators who champion children and families We are an approachable, responsive, respected, and solution-oriented team We are trustworthy and honor the dignity of all persons We provide life-saving hope
As a Relief Nursery Therapeutic Education Teacher, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary teaching team to provide high-quality, research-based early childhood services that support the healthy development of young children and strengthen family relationships. Essential
Develop, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate classroom activities and lesson plans. Create engaging learning environments that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Maintain classroom schedules, documentation, assessments, and referrals as needed. Utilize therapeutic and developmentally appropriate teaching strategies to promote skill development and school readiness. Monitor and assess children's progress and support successful transitions to preschool, Head Start, community childcare programs, and kindergarten. Conduct home visits to support families and strengthen parent-child relationships. Help parents build positive home environments that support their children's physical, emotional, and developmental well-being. Connect families with community resources and support services when appropriate. Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and partner agencies to ensure comprehensive support for children and caregivers.
Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements: Associate degree (AA/AS) from an accredited institution in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field; or Step 9 or higher on the Oregon Registry; or Completion of 15 quarter credits or 10 semester credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Special Education from an accredited institution, along with a commitment to complete a professional development plan within the first year of employment. Additional requirements include: Fluency in both English and Spanish, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with children, families, community partners, and staff. Minimum of six (6) months of qualifying teaching experience in a certified childcare center or comparable group care setting serving infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children. Ability to successfully pass required background checks and pre-employment drug screening. Valid Oregon driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
Requires fluency in English and Spanish and at least six months of teaching experience in a certified childcare setting. Candidates must have an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, a specific Oregon Registry step, or relevant college credits.
Market context
In Oregon, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with childcare, tutoring, or youth-program experience, and employers may favor applicants who can show strong classroom management and child-centered communication. These roles can be competitive because schedules, advancement paths, and childcare-related benefits matter alongside pay. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to highlight any licensed childcare experience and your motivation for working with children.