Teacher's Aide I

Job Description

Job Description

Job Posting: Teacher's Aide I, PT

The Cow Creek Band of The Umpqua Tribe of Indians is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic professional to join our Educational team as a Teacher's Aide I at the esteemed Yimìsa' Preschool. This role is pivotal for those who are passionate about contributing to the education and development of preschool-aged children within our community. The position is not eligible for remote work and requires a hands-on approach to facilitate a nurturing and educational environment that respects and promotes the tribe's cultural heritage.

As a Teacher's Aide I, you will play a crucial supportive role to our preschool teachers by aiding in daily classroom activities and ensuring the well-being and developmental progress of our children. Your contributions will be directly impactful in creating a safe, engaging, and enriching environment that fosters learning and growth for our young ones in alignment with the Tribe’s educational goals and standards.

• Facilitate the service of nutritious meals and snacks to the participants of the Preschool, maintaining high standards of sanitation and nutrition.
• Ensure strict adherence to sanitation standards during and after each snack or meal service.
• Assist in managing the classroom environment alongside the Preschool teachers, contributing to teaching and learning activities as required.
• Build and maintain positive, nurturing relationships with Preschool youth, creating a supportive and safe environment.
• Supervise students during rest periods to ensure a quiet and restful environment conducive to relaxation and wellbeing.
• Engage children in activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
• Create and maintain a clean, orderly, and inviting learning environment.
• Attend to the children’s personal needs and assist them in developing self-care and independence skills.
• Actively involve the children in the learning process through the use of interactive, developmental-appropriate educational materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the program and the development of the children.

• High School Diploma or GED required. Early Learning training or classes preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in:
  • Relationship skills: establishing and maintaining positive relationships with youth and adults, being friendly, outgoing, flexible and receptive.
  • Demonstrated previous experience with 3 – 4-year-olds.
  • Communication skills: intermediate written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
  • Thinking skills: effective at problem solving, trouble shooting, and diffusing difficult situations.
  • Physical abilities: Must be able to engage with the Preschool youth in learning activities including floor activities, running, jumping, and playing. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. for significant distances.
  • Self-Management Skills: be able to work independently and make sound decisions, demonstrate motivation.
• Ability to obtain a Food Handlers Card, CPR, and first aid training within the first 90 days of employment.
• Required to maintain a well-groomed, clean, and professional appearance at all times.
• Must hold a current valid Oregon Driver's License.

Benefits Offered:

• Nesika Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Benefit - Eligible the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• Short Term/Long Term Disability - Company paid
• 401K – 7% Tribal Contribution - Eligible first quarter following 90 days of employment
• 15K Life Insurance policy – Company paid
• Flexible Spending Account – Up to $3400.00
• Recuro Care (Telemedicine) – Company paid with Nesika medical enrollment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fuel Discount Card – .20 cents off a gallon at the Seven Feathers Truck & Travel Center
• Costco Reimbursement – up to $65.00 per year
• PTO – Hourly employees begin accruing upon the first day of employment and the hours are available after 90 days, with a cap of 480 hours
• Years of Service Recognition