Temporary Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Position Details Proposed Start Date 05 / 16 / 2024 Classification Title Early Childhood Assistant Working Title Temporary Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Department 260420 - CDF The Children's Center Position Number D96241 Representation OP - SEIU / OPEU Local 503 Position FTE between .

5 and End date, if applicable 08 / 31 / 2024 Position Summary Brief Description of PSU / School / Dept Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities.

Our mission to let knowledge serve the city reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action in Portland and around the world.

The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs.

We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The Children’s Center is designed for short hour and full-day care for students, staff and faculty who need 8 or more hours of child care each week.

Hours are reserved each term to accommodate family schedule needs. The Center features two spacious classrooms in which children learn through active exploration in an environment with engaging materials and opportunities to connect socially.

For more information please Position Summary The Children’s Center is recruiting for three temporary Early Childhood Assistant Teachers for a three month period.

The temporary Early Childhood Assistant Teachers will work cooperatively with the other classroom teachers to support the childcare program.

Minimum Qualifications from Classification

• 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 Minimum Qualifications for this Position

• AA Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent.
• One full year of continuous teaching experience with infants and toddlers in an early childhood center.

The temporary Early Childhood Assistant Teacher must :

• maintain continuous enrollment in the Office of Child Care Central Background Registry;
• be current with Infant-Child First Aid / CPR;
• have a current Oregon Food Handler’s card;
• be trained in and know the state laws regarding reporting suspected child abuse. Preferred Qualifications
• BA or BA in progress in ECE, Child Development, Child, Youth and Family Studies is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with RIE and Reggio-inspired teaching practices. Key Cultural Competencies
• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days / Hours Monday to Friday between 20 and 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined. Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement The salary rate for this temporary position will be $ The salary may be negotiable above this rate, however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

This is not a benefits eligible position. Application Instructions Additional Information Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.

Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references. Background Check Required Yes