Preschool Promise Teacher Assistant (Phoenix)

Position Summary: The Preschool Promise Teacher Assistant provides a safe and supervised educational setting for children that promotes their social, emotional, physical and cognitive development, and develops partnerships with parents and encourages their involvement. FNC Programs strengthen families through the development of Protective Factors, which reduce the risk of child abuse and neglect and support effective parenting in at-risk populations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Classroom Management and support to lead teacher

Communication with families and community members

Understand and follow Licensing requirements

Record Keeping and Documentation

Attending trainings, group meetings and supervision

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Psychology or related field Preferred

Minimum attainment of Level 7, or higher, on the Oregon Registry

A minimum of one-year experience in an early childhood classroom

Current Clearance in Central Background Check Registry

Valid Oregon and unrestricted driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and safe driving record

Reliable personal transportation

Current First Aid/CPR Card (within 30 days of employment)

Current Food Handler’s Card (within 30 days of employment)

Current Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect

Current Health and Safety training through ODE ELD

Bi-lingual/Bi-Cultural in English & Spanish desired

Awareness of children’s mental health issues desired

CORE COMPETENCIES: (See attached for definitions)

Building Trust

Collaboration

Communication

Delivering Results

Problem solving

Taking Initiative

Functional knowledge and skills

Service to Others/Customer Focus

Physical Requirements:

Ability to physically interact with children ages birth through five years, including bending getting down and up off the floor, lifting up to 40 lbs, and managing sudden movements

Sitting, standing and driving

Vision and hearing within normal range (with or without corrections)

Hazards:

May come into contact with children who are ill and/or contagious

Entering potentially unsafe, unstable, or unsanitary living conditions

Driving in potentially hazardous weather or road conditions

Due to COVID-19 this position may combine remote learning and soft start classroom learning with some in-person home visits.