Full-time jobs in Beaverton, OR

About the role

The Center for African Immigrants and Refugees Organization (CAIRO) advocates for social justice and equity for diverse African immigrant and refugee communities. CAIRO Academy is a culturally specific, accessible nonprofit preschool program funded by Preschool Promise and Preschool for All (PFA). We offer a safe, play-based learning environment using the Creative Curriculum and Second Step frameworks to foster student-led curiosity, self-expression, and lifelong learning. The Lead Teacher develops a cohesive teaching team, coordinates curriculum, and manages daily classroom operations. They must understand children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development to create a safe, engaging environment that supports success. Strong communication skills with both children and adults are essential to meet children’s needs, guide staff, and address parent/guardian concerns. In our program, Lead Teachers also serve as Site Directors, with one on site during all hours of operation. They collaborate with Multi-Site Coordinators to ensure compliance with standards set by DELC, Environmental Health, OSHA, Preschool Promise (PSP), and Preschool For All (PFA). Staff may be required to administer medication or be trained to do so by an RN nurse.

What you'll bring

• Experience in inclusive settings supporting children with varying support needs
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Minimum ORO step 8
• Management and Supervision of Adults
• Financial management and budgeting
• Record keeping
• Staff evaluations and training
• At least a bachelor’s degree in: (1) Early childhood education or a field related to early childhood education
• or (2) A field not related to early childhood education but teacher has completed coursework that is equivalent to a major in early childhood education and has sufficient training in early childhood education as determined by the Division.
• An associate’s degree with additional training or additional certification in early childhood education or a field related to early childhood education, as determined by the Division.
• Until sufficient alternative credentialing to indicate that the teacher is highly trained is developed by the Division, in partnership with the Educator Advancement Council and affected stakeholders, the lead preschool teacher must have a Child Development Associate (CDA) Preschool Credential or at least Step 8 on the Oregon Registry Online (ORO).
• Required: Proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing)

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