Minimum Qualifications A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education; OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR one year of full-time experience in a certified day care center or comparable child care program. Additional Required Qualifications Demonstrable contributions to promoting and enhancing diversity. Effective verbal and written communication. Must be enrolled in the Oregon\'s Office of Child Care Central Background Registry, hold a current Oregon Approved Food Handlers card, and a current First Aid/CPR card by time of appointment. Position Duties 95% Classroom Assistance: Assist in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate, play-based, culturally responsive, and equity-oriented educational program with an emergent curriculum for an assigned program and age range of children. Prepare and maintain a safe, attractive, neat, and functional environment, both indoors and outdoors, and utilize the environment as a teaching tool. Support lead and assistant teachers with daily documentation. Assist program staff with lunch and break time schedules. Assist with bottle preparation and preparing snacks. Form a positive, supportive team atmosphere with other program teachers and staff members. 5% Other Duties As Assigned Full Consideration Date: 03/05/2024 See posting for complete list of duties and qualifications. OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.