Preschool Support Aides Full Time

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must meet all orientation, initial, and annual training requirements as established by the State of Oregon and organizational policy.
• Must have at least 240 documented hours of experience as an Aide I or Aide II, including a minimum of 80 hours at the center where currently employed.
• If working with toddler or older children, experience may be with any age group.
• If working with infants, experience must include at least 240 hours with infants.
• Demonstrated ability to positively engage and communicate with children, families, and coworkers.
• Understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Ability to take initiative, work collaboratively, and follow supervision and program guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the supervision, guidance, and care of a group of children, maintaining compliance with all licensing and organizational requirements.
• Assist with planning, preparing, and implementing classroom activities and materials to promote learning and development.
• Model and reinforce positive behavior, helping children develop social, emotional, and self-help skills.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Supervise children during daily routines, including meals, rest time, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Communicate observations and concerns about children’s development, behavior, or health to the supervising teacher or director.
• Assist with classroom documentation, recordkeeping, and preparation of materials.
• Support and mentor Aide I staff, modeling professional behavior and effective classroom support practices.
• Participate in required orientation, ongoing annual training, and staff meetings.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and collaboration with colleagues and families.