JOB DESCRIPTION
Assist the instructor in implementing a preschool program for children and families in the McKenzie Little Eagles Childcare Center.

DUTIES

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Curriculum implementation
• Classroom management
• Assisting with parent meetings
• Daily classroom tasks
• Work closely with program staff to help students enter school ready to learn.

QUALIFICATIONS

  Preferred

• Associate's degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field and/or relevant experience.

  Required

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience working with children ages 3-5 and their families
• Valid Oregon driver's license
• Current Infant/Child/Adult CPR and First Aid certification
• Valid Food Handler's Card
• Ability to complete required Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) training upon hire
• Enrollment in or willingness to enroll in Oregon Registry Online (ORO) professional development system. 
• Ability to register with the Oregon Central Background Registry

WORK SCHEDULE
4 days per week, 24-32 hours. Classroom hours are approximately 7:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Some evening parent meetings and professional development may be required. Must be available to training and workshops.

SALARY
$18.00-$26.00 per hour, depending on experience, grant guidelines, and budget.

Grant-funded positions are not part of OSEA Chapter No. 74.

START DATE
July 2026 (exact date to be announced)

APPLICATION DEADLINE
July 1, 2026, or until filled.

*A complete application must include:Cover letter, Letters of support and School transcripts

Interviews will be conducted by appointment only. McKenzie School District reserves the right to fill, re-advertise, or not fill this position.

McKenzie School District is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

McKenzie School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.ADA Accommodation Requests: To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Niki Jones at 541-822-3338.