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Offer: Early Childhood Associate Teacher:Oregon State UniversityJob description:Early Childhood Associate TeacherBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.Applications will be reviewed located 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 this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.Equivalent required practice is located on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer practice significant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major tasks. Typically, the starting income is at the lower end of the income range. For additional information Contact Us by: Erika Woosley at E-Mail: Erika.woosley@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-4906. 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 capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed. Position DetailsPosition InformationDepartment Family Resource Center (MSA) Classification Title Early Childhood Assoc Teacher Job Title Early Childhood Associate Teacher Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Regular Job Summary This recruitment will be used to fill three full-time Early Childhood Associate Teacher positions for the Family Resource Center at Oregon State University (OSU). The Associate Teacher supports the lead teachers at the Azalea Early Care and Education (ECE) center, a unit within the Family Resource Center on the Oregon State University Corvallis campus. Campus ECE centers are committed to continually discovering, creating, and sustaining a teaching and learning environment that supports inquiry, diversity and equity. Associate Teachers are responsible (as outlined below) for the areas to which they are assigned and the young children in their care. Associate Teachers support the lead teacher(s), the Center Director, help with other Center wide tasks, and work with parents, as assigned. Associate Teachers report to the lead teachers of their respective classrooms. This position requires expertise of child development, excellent communication expertise and tremendous patience to provide a safe, emotionally secure, and nurturing environment for the healthy development of young children. The Associate Teacher will assist all classroom program operations including the engagement and support of children and families, center procedures, curriculum planning and implementation, and developmental assessments. Guidelines used for operation will follow Early Learning Division (ELD) Office of Child Care regulations, state health regulations, and program rules and philosophy. The Associate Teacher will build and maintain relationships with the parent(s) of each child and ensure clear communication on each child's progress and care plan. This position will assist the Lead Teacher in the development and mentoring of Early Childhood adjunct Teachers and student Interns in the classroom. The Associate Teacher will work collaboratively with other program staff to provide a high-quality early care and education program of direct service to young children and their families. This position is informed by the fields of Early Childhood Education, Child Development and Human Development and maintains a working expertise and compliance with the Oregon ELD Office of Child Care licensing standards and is expertiseable about the trends and best practices in the field of early care and education. Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply expertise, tools and expertise to build a better future for all. FACTS: • Top 1.4% university in the world • More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined • 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S. • 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties • 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone • 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates • 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color • 217k+ alumni worldwide • For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about Locations: Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances. Total compensates Package: Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including: • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents. • Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources. • Retirement savings paid by the university. • A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave. • Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities. • Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program. Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to lgain more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities 85% Planning & Classroom Coordination : » Assist in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate, play-located, culturally responsive, and equity-oriented educational program with an emergent curriculum for an assigned program and age range of children. » Assist the lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum/activities. » Develop positive, emotionally attuned relationships with children in care. » Prepare and maintain a safe, attractive, neat, and functional environment, both indoors and outdoors, and utilize the environment as a teaching tool. » Support documentation of each child's progress everyday to inform curriculum and communicate with parents by recording children's activities and engagement in the room. » Assist program staff with lunch and break time schedules. Assume lead teacher tasks when needed. » Develop supportive and caring relationships with parents that fosters a home-school connection to facilitate children's adjustment and continuing learning and development. » Maintain communication with parents through everyday documentation and as needed through email or verbally, and encouraging parents to participate in classroom or Center-wide events. » Form a positive, supportive team atmosphere with other program teachers and staff members. » Contribute to the Center's professional community through attendance and participation at staff meetings, classroom team meetings, and other Center staff development opportunities, including staff development week and staff development days. » Engage in reflection and action about equity initiatives at the Center. » Participate at Center-wide events such as Curriculum Night, including preparation and presentation of materials and responding to parents. » Participate in weekly team meetings with program teachers, staff and director to develop curriculum, children's practices and development. » Ensure all federal, local, state, and/or program documentation is completed and accurate. » Model exemplary and high-quality practice and professionalism for students who are engaged in early childhood professional preparation. » Participate actively in one's own professional development and support the professional development and growth of colleagues and students at the Center. 10% Engagement : » Family Engagement: ensure consistent and clear communication with parents, maintaining an atmosphere of warmth and openness. Assist the lead teacher child assessments and communication with the child's parents; participate in ?open house? for parents. » Support outreach by modeling a high quality of practice for visitors and engaging with groups outside of the Center about Center practices. Meet with visitors when possible and participate in the design and implementation of special events held at the Center. 5% Other tasks As Assigned What We Require An Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development from a recognized program; OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR a minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education or Child Development; AND one year of practice in a certified day care center or comparable group care program; OR two years of practice, including at least one year as a teacher, in a certified day care center or comparable group child care program. What You Will Need practice in ECE. Demonstrable contributions to promoting and enhancing diversity and creating an equitable and inclusive environment. Effective verbal and written communication. Must be enrolled in the Oregon's Office of Child Care Central Background Registry, hold a current Oregon Approved Food Handlers card, and a current First Aid/CPR card by time of appointment. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must prosperously complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months. What We Would Like You to Have BS or BA in Human Development, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field and meets NAEYC accreditation requirements. 3+ years of practice in birth to three ECE program. practice using child development assessment. practice teaching or working with children who have special developmental needs. Working Conditions / Work Schedule On-site active engagement in an early care and education context interacting with adults and children including work outdoors. Center hours will be 8am-4:30pm. Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min income $17.80 Max income $26.44 Link to Position Description https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/156781 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P04894CT Number of Vacancies 3 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 08/26/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 07/09/2024 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 07/26/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified candidates Special Instructions to candidates Applications will be reviewed located 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 this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications. Equivalent required practice is located on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week). PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer practice significant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major tasks. Typically, the starting income is at the lower end of the income range. For additional information Contact Us by: Erika Woosley at E-Mail: Erika.woosley@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-4906. 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 capability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire. OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide variety of lived practice including involvement with the justice system. This job has ?critical or security-sensitive? responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, Contact Us by OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at E-Mail: employee.relations@oregonstate.edu. All courses must be from accredited colleges, universities, or private vocational schools. The online application system will allow you to attach your transcripts if the PDF file is 9MB or less. Transcripts must be received by the closing date. If you have trouble uploading your transcripts, reach out to the contact listed. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Documents Needed to ApplyRequired DocumentsOptional Documents» Cover Letter » Transcripts » VETERANS ONLY: Must provide proof of Veteran Status (DO NOT upload any unrelated documentation - information uploaded to this field will be removed once reviewed) Skills:
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