Teacher - Head Start & Early Head Start (Multiple Openings)

Job Summary and Responsibilities/Duties Please note: Location: We are hiring for positions at our Head Start locations in East Portland, Gresham & surrounding areas. We are hiring for multiple vacancies and applications will be reviewed as they are submitted. Job Summary: Plans and conducts an educational program, and develops strong nurturing relationships with children and families and partnerships that encourage family engagement in their child's learning. Provides children with a developmentally appropriate learning environment in preparation for school success. Meets Head Start performance standards, and follows the agency and licensing policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Minimum and Desired Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Head Start (Age 3-5) Education: Associate degree (AA or AS), in early childhood education, child development, early intervention, elementary education, special education, child and family services, human development, or related field OR Step 9 (or higher) in the Oregon Registry Experience/Training: Minimum (1) year of experience teaching in early childhood education. Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees; demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity Early Head Start (Age 0-3) Education: Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate or Infant-Toddler Certification OR Step 7 (or higher) in the Oregon Registry Experience/Training: Minimum (1) year of experience teaching in early childhood education Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the College's community, students and employees; demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity Additional Qualifications Must be enrolled in the Oregon Central Background Registry prior to beginning employment and enrollment must be maintained throughout employment Post-offer fitness for duty evaluation, must be obtained within 30 days of hire date: TB screening Health appraisal Complete required Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) licensing within 30 days of hire Must possess or obtain current Infant/Child First Aid/CPR certification within 60 days of hire Must possess or obtain Food Handlers Certificate within 30 days of hire Must be able to works occasional evening hours as needed (i.e., parent meetings, home visits, etc.) Mt. Hood Community College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation, sick and personal leave; medical, dental, vision, life, AD& D, and long-term disability insurance; optional short-term disability, optional life, and optional AD& D insurance; retirement through Oregon PERS, including generous employer contributions; a tuition waiver plan and access to professional training and development; and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). For more information about our benefits and wellness offerings, please visit our website here: https://www.mhcc.edu/about/jobs/work-at-mhcc