Early Childhood Assistant 2021/2022 Pool
- Full-Time
- Bend, OR
- Oregon State University
- Posted 2 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
This recruitment will be used to fill future full-time, part-time, and temporary Early Childhood Assistant positions at Oregon State University-Cascades. These positions are located in Bend, OR.
The Early Childhood Assistant in the OSU-Cascades Childcare and Early Learning Center (ELC) collaborates with the ELC Director and ELC Teacher in providing a positive learning environment and curriculum that support children’s social, emotional, physical, language and cognitive development. This position will serve in one of the three classrooms; infant, toddler or preschool.
OSU-Cascades Childcare and Early Learning Center is located on the OSU-Cascades campus in Bend, Oregon. The facility serves OSU-Cascades, COCC and the Central Oregon community.
Our program has expanded from a pop-up center that was opened to meet the immediate need during the pandemic, to a full-day childcare center with up to 30 children. Future plans include development of an early learning center with a 100-child capacity by the fall of 2022. Position Duties 65% Classroom Support
20% Instructional Design
10% Behavior Observation
5% Other
This position is deemed essential and the incumbent may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures. Yes This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No Posting Detail Information Posting Number P03174CT
Number of Vacancies 6
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/04/2021
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 09/03/2021
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 09/30/2022
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Dayna Swanson at dayna.swanson@osucascades.edu.
Any required license and/or certification may be uploaded as Other Document 2 . The online application system will allow you to attach your license/certification if the PDF file is 9MB or less. If over 9MB in size, submit to contact person listed. The license and/or certification must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
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The Early Childhood Assistant in the OSU-Cascades Childcare and Early Learning Center (ELC) collaborates with the ELC Director and ELC Teacher in providing a positive learning environment and curriculum that support children’s social, emotional, physical, language and cognitive development. This position will serve in one of the three classrooms; infant, toddler or preschool.
OSU-Cascades Childcare and Early Learning Center is located on the OSU-Cascades campus in Bend, Oregon. The facility serves OSU-Cascades, COCC and the Central Oregon community.
Our program has expanded from a pop-up center that was opened to meet the immediate need during the pandemic, to a full-day childcare center with up to 30 children. Future plans include development of an early learning center with a 100-child capacity by the fall of 2022. Position Duties 65% Classroom Support
- Collaborates with the ELC Director in planning, preparing and implementing curriculum in areas of motor, language, social, cognitive and creative art through specific activity areas (e.g., art, music, stories, games, play stations).
- Interacts with children in small group, large group and one to one settings by directing activities, guiding freeplay and assisting children in self help skill.
- Records and maintains children’s files (i.e. health and social records, parents schedules) and communicates concerns to parents as necessary.
- Interacts with children and family members to nurture positive relationships and provide support in professional manner.
- Monitors and assists with meals, nap time, clean-up, and hygienic care (toileting, handwashing, etc.).
- Creates and maintains a safe, healthy, culturally appropriate, emotionally secure learning environment.
- Leads, monitors, and organizes the work of student employees.
20% Instructional Design
- Collaborates with the ELC Director to design and implement age-appropriate curriculum, that actively engage students in making connections, solving problems, and thinking independently.
- Delivers quality lesson plans designed to meet curricular goals and the developmental needs of each child.
- Follows a consistent schedule that includes one-on-one time, small and large group experiences, social and emotional learning, music and movement, large and small motor activities, skill development, indoor and outdoor activities, and effective transitions between activities.
- Assists in practicum student evaluation.
- Provides learning experiences in a constructive environment.
10% Behavior Observation
- Observes and records specific development data on prepared forms as instructed.
- Monitors playground activities to ensure compliance with safety.
5% Other
- Other duties as assigned.
A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education; OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR one year of full-time experience in a certified day care center or comparable child care program.
Additional Required Qualifications- OCC approved health and safety training (within 30 days of hire date).
- OCC approved safe sleep training (for infant classroom) (within 30 days of hire date).
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a teaching team and follow directions.
- A demonstrable ability to implement a culturally appropriate learning environment.
- A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a group of children and their activities by standing, walking, reaching, sitting (on floor, small chairs, &/or outdoors), stooping and lifting up to 40 pounds.
- Have, or obtain within 90 days of hiring, current infant/child CPR & Basic First Aid; Blood Borne Pathogen training, and Food Handler’s permit.
- This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Demonstrated understanding of Oregon licensing requirements and rules regulating childcare centers.
- Teaching experience in early childhood settings.
- Knowledge of community resources in support of families, i.e. health, nutrition, educational, medical, etc.
- Training and experience with multicultural populations.
- Bi-lingual preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational skills including a demonstrated ability to do detailed work, prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- Demonstration of self-initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to design and or implement trauma informed care.
This position is deemed essential and the incumbent may be expected to report to work during inclement weather, emergency and other University work curtailments or closures. Yes This position requires a clear and unambiguous commitment to compliance of all National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations for Division I (FBS) universities. No Posting Detail Information Posting Number P03174CT
Number of Vacancies 6
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 10/04/2021
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 09/03/2021
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 09/30/2022
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for classified staff positions.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact: Dayna Swanson at dayna.swanson@osucascades.edu.
Any required license and/or certification may be uploaded as Other Document 2 . The online application system will allow you to attach your license/certification if the PDF file is 9MB or less. If over 9MB in size, submit to contact person listed. The license and/or certification must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the criminal history check requirement.
OSU is committed to the health of our local and global community. All employees and students are required to comply with the university’s COVID-19 Vaccination Program. Please visit https://covid.oregonstate.edu/ for additional information about OSU’s plans for safety and success, as well as options for compliance with the vaccination program.
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.