Lifeworks Northwest Gladstone , OR 97027
Posted 2 months ago
Early Childhood Education Assistant, Temporary #1569
The Early Childhood Education Assistant is responsible for assisting the Early Childhood Education Specialist in implementing the curriculum and related program components including; classroom and home visit planning, prevention and intervention programs for at risk children 0 - 5. Knowledge of child development and ability to work effectively with teams including disciplines in mental health and early intervention and connecting with diverse families is required.
Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's Gladstone site.
Pay: $20.30 starting hourly pay. This is a temporary position at 32 hours per week.
Essential Responsibilities
This position requires provision of services in a toddler/preschool classroom & playground setting. Position involves supervision of children with emotional and physical responsiveness and awareness of them at all times
Assist the Early Childhood Education Specialist in planning, developing and implementing curriculum and daily activities and routines for children
Assist in setting up and cleaning classrooms and materials to implement the daily activity plan
Work with Early Childhood Education Specialist to develop goals for individual child plans and family service plans based on assessments
Evaluate child and family progress through written records and interactions with parents
Arrange for transportation for families as appropriate. Bus monitor shift once per week.
Participate in supervision, informal training, placement and evaluation of volunteers
Provide implementation of therapeutic principles in classroom
Participate in staff, client and volunteer meetings and other special events as determined by staff or program
Maintain client confidentiality
Adhere to guidelines for mandated reporter status
Interact respectfully, confidently, sensitively and non-judgmentally with young children and their families
Work independently and as a team member
Display a positive attitude toward work; instill positive, optimistic attitude in co-workers
Problem solve and develop creative approaches to provide program services
Calm demeanor in crisis situations
Assist in documenting classroom notes and progress and maintaining daily attendance, status reports, USDA meal counts and all required tracking and reporting forms
Observe, report and record significant child behavior or indicators
Provide pertinent oral and written information for program management staff; including incident reports, child protection services reports, child illness and contagious health incidences.
Requirements
Minimum two year degree from an accredited college in Early Childhood Education, Education, Health, Social Services or related field
Minimum one year early childhood experience
Spanish language skill required for Bilingual Early Childhood Education position
Valid first aid and CPR certifications
Valid Food Handlers card
Must be able to pass criminal background check
Good computer skills including a functional knowledge of Outlook and Word
Ability to master proprietary software including electronic health record system
Demonstrates effective communication skills and maintains a cooperative working relationship with others in a culturally diverse environment
Ability to perform essential functions of job without creating a direct threat to the safety of self or others.
LifeWorks NW is a private, non-profit organization providing prevention, mental health, substance use treatment, and related social services to youths, adults, and older adults in over fifteen locations throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. LifeWorks NW promotes a healthy community by providing quality and culturally responsive mental health and addiction services across the lifespan.
Our core values-Recovery and Relationships, Resilience, and Results-inform the work we do. The four pillars of the strategic vision include Compassionate, Impactful Care, Holistic Health, Passionate Team, and Thriving Organization. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are critical to successfully achieving the mission. We know that "life works" when people get the help they need and are dedicated to changing lives.
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