***ATTENTION: If you are not registered in the Central Background Registry, you need to be to work in a certified childcare facility in Oregon. To get an interview, we will need to verify that you are active or conditional in the CBR. To do that I will either need your name and birthdate or CBR #.***

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Company Description
Tip Tap Grow is a vibrant and innovative performing arts school dedicated to nurturing the artistic, cultural, and intellectual growth of children. Our mission is to provide high quality childcare in a nurturing, safe, trauma-informed environment centered around performing arts and play-based learning. We are open Monday - Friday, 7:30am-6pm offering full and part time schedules for families, as well as before and after school care for elementary children.

Role Description
This is a full-time on-site Float Teacher role at Tip Tap Grow Performing Arts Preschool located in Eugene, OR. The Teacher will be responsible for preparing afternoon snacks for the classrooms, and helping close the wobbler/toddler rooms.

Qualifications
750 hours teaching experience in a center with 12 months - 24 months, OR

One year or 1,500 hours of qualifying teaching experience in Registered Family or Certified Family child care, OR

Documentation of attaining at least step 6 in the Oregon Registry, OR

Associate's, Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Human Development, or Child and Family Studies

In addition:
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to create engaging and effective lesson plans
Experience in conflict resolution and problem-solving
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members and parents
Passionate about teaching and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
Up-to-date knowledge of best practices in early childhood education
CPR and First Aid certification

Qualified candidates must be willing to:
● Demonstrate dedication to the practice of the Tip Tap Grow’s educational philosophy
● Complete Tip Tap Grow’s teacher training within 90 days of being hired
● Commit to leading a culture of lifelong learning by personal example
● Demonstrate a collaborative style of leadership
● Demonstrate excellent communications skills and leadership qualities
● Participate in all performing arts classes to assist master teachers and redirect children as needed
● Attend all scheduled performances (December, March, June)

BIPoC & Bilingual Spanish speaking teachers strongly encouraged to apply!

Tentative hiring and training schedule: 4/15-4/26 paid training; 5/1 start date

***$1,000 sign on bonus after 90 days depending on Step Registry***

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person