Develop and maintain a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment; Provide varied experiences to help each child achieve the overall goal of school readiness, good health, and social competence through the acquisition of social, emotional, intellectual, nutritional, hygienic, and physical skills in a manner appropriate to the child’s age and stage of development. Support the parent’s role as the primary educator of the child and promote the parent-child attachment; Build trusting relationships with families; Assist families in meeting personal goals. This position may require a flexible schedule.
Full-time school year position through June 10, 2022
Full benefits package as an Eastern Oregon University employee

Child Contact Time (50%)

Collaborative Service Delivery/Home Visits (15%)

Curriculum Development (20%)

Written Documentation and Communication (15%)

Associate, bachelor’s or advanced degree in early childhood education, or a degree in a field related to early childhood education and experience teaching preschool children;
Documented knowledge and experience in child development and early childhood education, the principles of child health, safety and nutrition, adult learning principles, and family dynamics;
Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write informational bulletins and general correspondence, to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff, managers, parents, and the general public;
Working knowledge of local community resources; Strong organizational skills, the ability to work under pressure, and meet strict deadlines; Intermediate level computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, data entry).

Prior to beginning work, the successful candidate must: -Enrollment in the Oregon Child Care Division Central Background Registry
Communicable Disease Verification from a qualified Healthcare Provider
Provide documentation of verification (i.e. Passport, Driver’s License, Official ID Card, Original Birth Certificate, Social Security Card)
Within 30 days of hire:

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification
• Oregon Food Handler’s Card

Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcomes applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities, and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.