Floating Lead ECE Teacher
7 days ago
Portland
Job DescriptionDescription:Vermont Hills Family Life Center – St. Andrew’s ECE Center | Portland, OR | Part-Time | $22.00 – $25.00/hr DOQ About Us Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting the healthy development of children and strengthening families in our community. Our St. Andrew’s ECE Center is a warm, inclusive, and child-centered space where every child is seen, valued, and supported to thrive. The Opportunity We’re looking for a qualified and adaptable Floating Lead / ECE Teacher to join our team at St. Andrew’s ECE Center. In this role, you’ll step into lead teacher positions across classrooms as needed, bringing consistency, warmth, and high-quality teaching to every group you work with. This is a part-time position with a set Monday–Friday schedule, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Candidates must meet Oregon ELD Lead Teacher qualifications for ECE. What You’ll Do • Step into lead teaching roles across classrooms, providing seamless coverage and continuity for children and families, • Plan and implement play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Oregon’s Early Learning standards and VHFLC’s philosophy, • Supervise and engage preschool-aged children in activities that promote exploration, discovery, creativity, and problem-solving, • Establish and maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment that supports children’s autonomy and cooperation, • Foster positive relationships with children and families, greeting each child and caregiver warmly and professionally each day, • Use positive guidance techniques consistent with VHFLC’s policies to promote self-regulation and conflict resolution, • Follow health and safety practices, including meal/snack routines, toileting support, and maintaining a clean classroom, • Complete required documentation, including incident reports, medication logs, and developmental observations, • Participate in family conferences and ongoing communication with parents to support each child’s growth and family goals, • Collaborate with the ECE Site Director and teaching team to reflect on practices and adapt the learning environment to meet children’s needs Compensation $22.00 – $25.00 per hour, depending on qualifications (DOQ). Why Join VHFLC? • A collaborative, supportive team with a child-centered, equity-focused mission, • Paid training and continuing education incentives, including wage increase opportunities, • Opportunities for professional growth within the organization, • A consistent, predictable part-time schedule The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in our community Requirements:What We’re Looking ForMinimum Qualifications (Oregon ELD Lead Teacher — Required) Candidates must meet Oregon ELD licensing requirements for Lead Teacher qualification: • At least 20 semester credits (or 30 quarter credits) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field, OR, • Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry, • Current Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR & AED certification, • Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card, • Completion of required ELD trainings: RRCAN, ICCHS, PBtT, FFL, and Safe Sleep for Oregon’s Infants, • Are passionate about nurturing and educating young children, • Adapt quickly and comfortably to new classroom environments and routines, • Communicate clearly and warmly with children, families, and colleagues, • Exercise sound judgment and remain calm in challenging or emergency situations, • Are committed to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions, • Can sit on the floor, lift up to 40 lbs, and stay active with children indoors and outdoors Location St. Andrew’s ECE Center, 3228 Sunset Blvd, Portland, OR 97239 Please note: This location has limited public transit access. Reliable personal transportation is strongly recommended. Company DescriptionFor over 40 years, Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) has been a trusted presence in the Portland, Oregon metro area, providing essential, high-quality childcare, early learning, and school-age programs through our licensed centers. As a nonprofit, we believe every child deserves a safe, engaging environment where they can grow — from infants through 5th grade. Our staff are central to that work — serving as positive role models and receiving regular training in child development, learning, and play. At VHFLC, you're not just filling a role — you're joining a collaborative, child-centered, equity-focused team where your work matters, both to the families we serve and the colleagues alongside you. We invest in our people through paid training, continuing education incentives, and real opportunities to grow. Whether you're looking for part-time hours, a full-time role, or flexible on-call and substitute work, we have opportunities that work for real people with real lives. If you're passionate about making a difference for kids and community — and want a team that has your back — VHFLC might be exactly where you belong.For over 40 years, Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) has been a trusted presence in the Portland, Oregon metro area, providing essential, high-quality childcare, early learning, and school-age programs through our licensed centers. As a nonprofit, we believe every child deserves a safe, engaging environment where they can grow — from infants through 5th grade.\r\nOur staff are central to that work — serving as positive role models and receiving regular training in child development, learning, and play. At VHFLC, you're not just filling a role — you're joining a collaborative, child-centered, equity-focused team where your work matters, both to the families we serve and the colleagues alongside you. We invest in our people through paid training, continuing education incentives, and real opportunities to grow.\r\nWhether you're looking for part-time hours, a full-time role, or flexible on-call and substitute work, we have opportunities that work for real people with real lives. If you're passionate about making a difference for kids and community — and want a team that has your back — VHFLC might be exactly where you belong.