Part - Time Teacher Assistant FCEC
Starting Date: September 20, 2010
Responsible to: Director of Ford Childhood Enrichment Center
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Provides a safe, nurturing, developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning environment for children ages six weeks to six years.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assist the Lead Teacher with supervision and implementation of the Ford Childhood Enrichment Center Program in accordance with its philosophy and policies.
Assist in the design of a preschool/infant/toddler program that meets the needs of individual children with regard for their special interests, handicaps, talents, ages, abilities, and individual style and pace for learning.
Guide children in a manner consistent with Center policies.
Assist children in acquisition of self-help skills to include toileting, eating, dressing, napping, etc.
Use appropriate health and sanitation techniques; supervise others in maintaining standards.
Assist and supervise Early Childhood Education students in their practicum assignments and responsibilities.
Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the Ford Childhood Enrichment Center.
Respect and maintain confidentiality.
Incidental Functions:
Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings.
Maintain registration in Oregon Child Care Division’s Criminal History Registry.
Maintain Oregon Food Handler’s certification.
Maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Experience in conducting and developmentally appropriate program for children between the ages of six weeks and six years.
Knowledgeable in the State of Oregon Child Care Department’s policies and procedures.
Able to communicate effectively with children and adults.
Physical and mental stamina to actively work with preschool aged children.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS:
AA or AS in early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred.
High school graduate required.
Experience working with young children preferred.
SALARY: $9.33/hour, Part-time 2010-11 Classified Salary Schedule. Grade 11 Step 1
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Please submit completed application packet, transcripts and up to 3 letters of reference (optional) with any other supporting documents you would like to include.
CONTACT: Tina Sprouse, Human Resources Assistant, (541) 440-4626 voice or TDD. UCC Personnel will provide, upon request, reasonable accommodation during the application process for individuals with disabilities. AA/EEO. Please Note: No submitted materials will be returned and/or duplicated. To apply, send the completed UCC application and copies of transcripts from an accredited college/university.
