Small, innovative preschool with excellent benefits seeking a preschool teacher
Rosebud Preschool: Preschool Teacher
Rosebud Preschool is seeking an experienced, dedicated full time early childhood educator for the PRESCHOOL ROOM at the only Reggio-Emilia inspired Intergenerational preschool in Portland. We are located on the campus of Rose Villa, a progressive senior living community along the Willamette River.
The Reggio-Emilia approach to early education values art, self-expression, community, and a deep respect for children and childhood. Prior experience with Reggio programs is not required, though we do expect teachers to be interested in learning about and implementing this approach.
Our preschool room is staffed by two co-teachers, who share the responsibility for curriculum planning and implementation, meeting the physical care needs of preschools, as well as other daily classroom tasks, such as snack and lunch prep, serving, and clean-up and other cleaning responsibilities.
We are looking for a person who is….
Passionate about supporting the growth and development of children through child-lead programming
A proactive communicator with a desire to actively contribute to the learning and work environment.
Collaborative, positive, and team-oriented.
Committed to excellence and to exceeding the expectations of families.
Interested in professional development and growth.
Qualifications:
Enrollment in the CBR database (Central background Registry)
CDA or Associate’s degree preferred
A minimum of one-year prior experience at licensed childcare, or at least Step 6 in ORO
Have the following qualifications/certificates/training – or to complete upon hire
Current First Aid & CPR (infant & child) certificate
Oregon Food Handler’s card
ORO account (Oregon Registry Online)
Recognizing and Reporting Childhood Abuse and Neglect (RRCAN) certificate
Introduction to Childcare Health and Safety certificate
Foundations for Learning certificate
Safe Sleeping for Oregon’s Infants certificate
The ability to keep up with busy preschoolers, including engaging with preschoolers on their level and frequent lifting of up to 30 lbs.
Logistics:
Monday-Friday, open year-round
Schedule: 7:30-4:30
Hours per week: Teachers typically work 40.5 hours per week, including a paid weekly staff meeting.
Compensation: $20+ an hour, DOE
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision
15 paid days of Paid Time Off in the 1 year plus 7 paid holidays
Generous Retirement Benefit
Employee food discount for on campus restaurant
Access to pool and workout facilities
Planned days off during spring break and winter break
Paid professional development opportunities.