Job Goal:
To implement early learning preschool programs that provide quality learning environments that are safe and nurturing where children can grow and learn. Teachers will partner with families to set goals around school readiness which include social, emotional, educational, physical, and nutritional goals. Work in coordination with health, behavioral health, family services, nutrition, and other components provided by Head Start to ensure the whole child and family is supported. Establish an environment that stimulates a desire for learning, independence, and self-esteem for both parents and children, both indoors and outdoors. Along with the parents, assess each child’s developmental needs and develop individual goals according to their individual interests, abilities, individual traits, and development. Ensure that goals are carried out through home and classroom activities. Teachers will use a multi-generational approach to engage all members of the family who support the enrolled child.
Education Requirements:
- BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred; Associates’ Degree in ECE or a Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA) or Step 8 in Oregon Registry Online (ORO) with experience required.
- Enroll in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) to receive a Step Certificate
Experience and Skills Requirements:
- Previous Head Start and/or Early Head Start, Infant/Toddlers experience preferred
- Current CPR, First Aid and Food Handler’s cards
- Adequate means of transportation
- Home Visit experience (preferred)
- Case management experience (preferred)
- Supervisory experience (preferred)
- Previous Head Start or early childhood experience (preferred)
- Community service experience (preferred)
- Ability to coordinate and/or conduct training sessions (preferred)
- Multi-cultural experience (preferred)
Apply online at https://www.umchs.org through our Careers portal.
Complete an application and apply to the Oregon's Central Background Registry at https://www.oregon.gov/delc/providers/pages/cbr.aspx