Day Care Center Teacher jobs in Portland, OR

We are looking for individuals with passion, determination, and excitement! We welcome all who have a passion for caring for children to apply. Some positions require no previous training or education.

A generalized list of job duties include:

• Establish and maintain daily schedule
• Maintain ratio within the classrooms
• Follow chain of command
• Lead Staff: Lead assistant staff with team work, guidance and respect
• Assistant Staff: Follow direction of Lead Staff with team work & respect
• Lead Staff: Complete weekly lesson plans, and implement
• Assistant Staff: Assist in implementing weekly lessons
• Individualize lessons and interactions based on the age and developmental level of all children
• Make necessary accommodations for children with disabilities
• Make sure all classroom supplies are in rooms for the day
• Maintain safety and well being of all children in care
• Document and administer medications and sunscreen, when approved by the child’s parent and Director
• Document and change diapers every other hour, unless needed. Assist pottying/accidents when needed.
• Always take attendance and know how many children are within class. Document on attendance sheet.
• Maintain clean and organized classroom, bathroom, kitchen area, including at nap and at the end of day
• Greet parents and children upon arrival and departure
• Create a warm, inviting, organized, and stimulating learning environment
• Always label and date food in refrigerator and throw out food that is not labeled or dated
• Maintain organized and defined centers (sensory, housekeeping etc)
• Routinely check for safety concerns within the classroom, outside the classroom and the playground
• Decorate room with children’s art work
• Responsible for serving meals, making accommodations for food allergies and intolerances and documenting of meal counts for each meal
• Attend relevant trainings approved by Director
• Implement effective guidance and discipline techniques
• Maintain current Background Clearance, CPR, First Aid, annual STARS, BBP and Food Handlers card
• Assist and supervise field trips when needed
• Maintain confidentiality of children, staff and families
• Maintain professionalism in conduct and appearance
• Follow Wee Care Day Care Employee Handbook, Health Policy, and Disaster Policy, the WACS, Foundational Skills and Competencies, and Early Achievers standards including ERS and CLASS

Pre-Employment qualifications include:
TB test
Early Childhood Education or experience if applying for a Lead Teacher position

Qualifications within 90 days of hire include:
Child Care Basic STARS
1st Aid/CPR

Wage is based on experience, education and position

Benefits include:
A fun and friendly atmosphere!
Flexible schedules
Paid Time Off
Discounted child care

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.25 - $21.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: In person