Bamboo International School: Teacher Assistant

Bamboo International School is an English-Chinese bilingual preschool. We’re looking for nurturing, energetic, positive, hardworking and responsible teacher assistant to join our community.

Inspired by the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy, our school motto is “playing to learn, learning to play” in a warm, loving, family-oriented environment: we encourage children to learn through fun, interactive and engaging activities of music, art, games, songs, stories and age-appropriate STEM projects that build on their natural and innate curiosity. We provide a culturally rich experience by introducing the Chinese language and traditions to the American culture. This early exposure to cultural and language diversity offers unique opportunities for our children to become competent and confident global citizens when they grow up.

You can learn more about us at: bamboointlschool.com

Employment type: Full-time or part-time (4-8 hours)

Work hours: Flexible work hour arrangement

Work location: One location or multiple location option

Compensation: Competitive hourly pay rate ($15.45 to $18.00/hour), depending on education, experience and demonstrated proficiency. Annual raises, and merit based raises offered.

Benefits: Paid time off, and reimbursement of health insurance based on qualification and experience

QUALIFICATIONS: 3 references are required

• 1 year working experience in early childhood education OR relevant work experiences
• Must pass enrollment in Oregon's Central Background Registry (CBR)
• Valid Pediatric/Infant First Aid and in-person CPR certification
• Valid Food Handler's Card
• Excited to help young children of 9 months to 5 years old discover their innate creativity and curiosity, and passionate in providing quality education for them
• High level of professionalism, good initiative, flexibility, dependability, and attention to details
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work efficiently as part of a team
• Enrollment in Office of Child Care Central Background Registry would be required once hired
• Some knowledge of Chinese culture and/or language is a plus

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Respect and understand diversity and different cultural backgrounds
• Provide love and patience to the children; believe that children are capable!
• Establish a stable, trust relationship with children and support children with physical and emotional needs
• Offer safety, security, as well as wellbeing to all the children in the group; provide necessary assistance for dressing, diapering/toileting, playing, learning, and other activities
• Create a positive, engaging, and inviting environment to teach, interact and supervise children
• Collaborate with the team to set up exploring activities and teach thematic blocks for learning based on all child-development fields and children’s interests in Chinese
• Document and display children's developing process
• Establish a positive relationship with each child's family and share information about the child's day in a daily/weekly written report
• Maintain a well-organized, clean, and attractive classroom environment
• Help with food preparation and cleaning
• Participate in professional development and training, and keep up-to-date with training required
• Collaborate and communicate with the team respectfully and professionally
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, etc.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.45 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• CBR (Preferred)

Work Location: In person