Part-time, As Needed, Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher

Lane Community College

United States, Oregon, Eugene

Nov 09, 2024

Posting Details

AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:

Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits Veterans and those with Disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.

Veterans, please fax, email, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources; Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5473
Lane Community College insures that all veteran documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	240107
Job Title:	Part-time, As Needed, Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher
Applicant Notification:	Lane Community College's Child and Family Center is seeking to hire part-time Early Childhood Education Substitute Teachers (Early Childhood Teacher 1) to begin as soon as possible. Search Information This position works on an as-needed basis and is a temporary assignment based on student, college and division needs. Multiple positions may be hired from this posting. This is an applicant pool posting. The first review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information. Your application will remain in the pool until a decision is made on your candidacy. Provide all documents as requested. A resume may not take the place of any section of the application. Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See instructions below. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Location:	Main Campus, Downtown Center
Classification:	Early Childhood Teacher 1
Position Type:	Hourly Part-Time Classified
Anticipated Start Date:	Upon Hire
Salary/Wage:	Hourly
Salary/Wage Range:	$18.96 - $27.80 (Classified Hourly Pay Grade 8)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Our application is used to determine your initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. Part-Time Benefits may be available for qualified employees.
Grant Statement:	Continuation of this position is contingent on grant funding.
Working Schedule:	As needed, part-time. This position does not work during spring or winter breaks. Hours will vary based on department needs. Schedule may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 40 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12-month period.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Temporary
Full/Part:	Part-Time
Annual Schedule:	260 Day (12 Month)
Annual Schedule Details:
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12728

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	07/25/2024
Closing Date:	06/30/2025
Applicant Pool:	Academic Year
Open Until Filled:	No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	An associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or related field. OR A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education or Child Development. OR Step 8 on the Oregon Registry.
Required Experience:	One (1) year of experience working with toddlers, or preschool age children is required.
Licensure or Certification Requirements	Current Oregon Approved Food Handlers Card. Current Infant/Toddler First Aid/CPR card is required (or ability to obtain prior to employment). Two (2) hours of training in Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect specific to Oregon law. Office of Child Care approved health and safety training.
Conditions of Employment:	Must meet the state-level requirements, which includes enrolling in the Child Care Division Central Background Registry and no felony convictions. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education	A Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development or a related field.
Preferred Experience	Experience working in a certified child care center working with toddlers, or preschool age children. Teaching in a lab school. Experience working with an emergent/"Reggio Inspired" program.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	To provide a safe and nurturing learning environment for young children in which early childhood education students perform their practicum experience.
Essential Functions:	Assist in providing a developmentally appropriate pre-school curriculum for all children enrolled in the Child and Family Center, including children with special needs. Use active listening and constructive feedback to guide students and parents on a daily basis. Provide demonstration teaching, appropriate role modeling and close supervision for Early Childhood Education students, volunteers and parents. Work cooperatively to provide for the daily care, supervision, and instruction of toddlers and preschool children. Prepare the classroom to ensure an inclusive, non-bias environment. Plans activities for children to learn through active exploration of materials. Serve snacks and meals to preschool children. Provide communication to parents. Maintain the Center in a safe and sanitary manner. Coordinate the planning and implementation of an emergent/"Reggio Inspired" curriculum and special needs. Ensure children are properly supervised at all times. Assist in providing feedback to students in the coordination of student projects. Attend weekly meetings and participate in other Program or College activities as necessary. Participate in continuing education opportunities and maintain a minimum of 24 hours of training annually as required by the Oregon Child Care Division and the Oregon Quality Rating Improvement System. Oversee and maintain a positive and productive, working and learning environment. May act as a Team Leader and perform other related duties as assigned. Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Child and Family Education Management Coordinator or Division Dean. The Child Care Center Coordinator trains, assigns tasks, provides priorities and is available to troubleshoot problems on a daily basis. Work is reviewed through observation for the appropriateness of supervision and teaching techniques. This position may have responsibility to plan work, assign tasks, train, observe interactions with children and provide feedback on teaching skills of College students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program. Some positions may lead the work of others such as hourly employees, parents, student assistants and volunteers.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	Physical strength and agility are required to lift children and equipment. Work requires a high level of physical activity to bend, stoop, pursue and carry children. Working conditions include potential exposure to body fluids. Work safely; transport safely children and equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds with or without assistance.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge of and Skill in: Applying the principles and practices of child development. Implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum activities and materials for young children. Computer literacy, including the ability to prepare class materials in finished form, communicate using e-mail and access the internet for College and curriculum-related information. State and local child care sanitation and safety regulations. Teamwork and effective communication. Using appropriate communication techniques with children, College students, team members, and parents. NAEYC Accreditation standards. Ability to: Work cooperatively with partner teachers. Work effectively in a culturally diverse environment. Learn and adhere to the Program's philosophy and policies. Model appropriate adult-child interactions. Model age-appropriate behavior to young children and model professional standards for college students. Observe and document the interactions of college students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program with young children. Operate nebulizer, copier, audiovisual equipment, and household appliances. Assess the physical health, well-being, growth, and development of young children. Identify signs of child abuse and neglect and notify appropriate authorities. Prepare written materials for parents and staff. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Identify children's needs and provide appropriate responses. Maintain a patient, caring, and respectful attitude with young children. Ensure that the program is based on current knowledge of child development and early childhood education theory. Keep accurate and detailed records on children and center attendance. Keep the learning environment neat and orderly. Administer First Aid and CPR if needed. Be capable of keeping up with the activity level of young children. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes.
Applicant Instructions:	Applicant Instructions Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Online Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume - Comprehensive of experience, education and accomplishments. Cover Letter - Clearly detailing how you meet the qualifications for the position. Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application, see instructions below. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, email, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College; Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-5473. Questions? For assistance with the online application call 541-463-5586 For position questions contact Cheryl Henderson at hendersonc@lanecc.edu or 541-463-5517 How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.
Transcript Instructions:	Transcripts are required In order to be considered for the position unofficial transcripts must be provided. If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are also required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. Attach under "Optional Document", fax, email, deliver or mail to: Child and Family Education Lane Community College ATTN: Cheryl Henderson 4000 E 30th Ave Eugene OR 97405 Fax: 541-463-4740 Phone: 541-463-3301 Email: hendersonc@lanecc.edu
College and Division Information:	College Information The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce. Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities. History Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. One of the advantages of working Lane is living in the area. Lane's main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprise the second largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from main campus. The area's scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what's new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast (link is external).
Union Association:	LCC Employees Federation (Classified)