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Roots School & Makery is hiring! Roots School is a welcoming facility located on two acres on the beautiful westside of Hood River, Oregon. We are a back to the basics learning facility for young children. At Roots School, children learn by play, hands on projects, spending time outdoors, and using their senses to explore their world.
We are currently hiring for the following positions for summer and beyond:
Early Childhood Teacher /Teacher Aide, $15-$20/hr with $500 starting bonus.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage day to day classroom responsibilities including curriculum implementation and contributions, daily experience planning, custodial care duties, and purposeful observation of children’s needs and development
Develop and maintain a constructive, nurturing and professional rapport with parents and children
Collaborate with other teachers to ensure Roots School fosters an environment that is welcoming and enjoyable
Job Qualifications:
Caring, patient, and nurturing attitude toward children
At least one year of experience working with children ages 5 and under in a certified childcare center preferred
Teacher or Teacher aide qualified according to the Oregon Department of Education standards
Strong working knowledge of best practices in early childhood development and education
Excellent organizational and management skills
Strong communication, collaborative, and teamwork skills
Degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred but not required
Commitment to our school for at least one year to provide consistency for children in your care
Roots School offers:
Professional development and training reimbursement
Discounted childcare rate for employees
Simple IRA option with company match
Direct Primary Care medical membership option
Flexible PTO policy
Competitive wage, based on education and experience in the field
A super fun crew of professionals and the most precious children to spend your days with!
Within your first 30 days of employment, you'll need to complete the following:
Food Handler's Card
Child/Infant CPR and First Aid
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Introduction to Child Care Health and Safety
COVID19 protocol training
Enrollment in the Central Background Registry
If you'd like to join our awesome team, send us your resume and letter of interest explaining how you see your interests, experience, and education align with the vision at Roots School & Makery.
