SE Infant​/Toddler Assistant Teacher

About the Role

Step 4+ Assistant Teacher
, 1.0 FTE (5 days/40 hours per week) at our Southeast location. Works Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, offering care and teaching for classrooms of 8 infants (0–23 months) and 10 toddlers (24–35 months).

Ideal candidates value collaborative classroom environments focused on child‑led learning and inquiry, have a strong understanding of child development and pedagogy theory, and are passionate about mentoring young learners and guiding them through social and emotional development.

Start salary: $23.16 per hour, with standardized annual merit‑based raises and PFA wage adjustments.

Long‑term commitment bonuses to incentivize teachers to remain with their cohort.

Benefits include health and vision insurance (majority employer‑paid), dental insurance (majority employer‑paid), life insurance (100% employer‑paid), 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, and paid time off (including holidays, a weeklong winter break, and professional development opportunities).

• Provide primary care and educational support for a consistent group of children.
• Foster a safe, engaging, and child‑centered learning environment.
• Design and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, ensuring clear and supportive communication.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

• Be a Step 4 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) system.
• Be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry.
• Have at least 2 years of experience in an ECE classroom setting.
• Meet Office of Child Care teacher‑qualification criteria, which may include:
  • Previous experience in a structured childcare environment.
  • Completion of college‑level courses in early childhood education‑related subjects.
  • Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) preferred.
  • Completion of Oregon’s Safety Set Trainings and required certifications:
    • Pediatric CPR/First Aid Course
    • Oregon Food Handler's Card
    • Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety
    • Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect
    • Prevention is Better than Treatment
    • Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants