Assistant Teacher Floater - Washington County

Assistant Teacher Job Description
Washington County Assistant Teacher Floater will primarily work at the two locations:
Imlay Elementary (Hillsboro) and Errol Hassell Elementary (Beaverton)
Organization Summary
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.
Our Locations
Northeast Portland: A year-round, 10-hour Early Learning Center.
Multnomah & Washington Counties: School-year classrooms (late August to mid-June) in Portland, Beaverton, and Hillsboro elementary schools.
Assistant Position Summary
As an Assistant Teacher, you will partner with a collaborative teaching team to support daily classroom operations and curriculum delivery. Utilizing your knowledge of child development, you will help foster a safe, engaging learning environment, maintain strong communication with children and adults, and assist the Lead Teacher with family engagement. You will also step in to assume Lead Teacher responsibilities as needed.
Important Note: Staff may be required to administer medication or undergo training by a Registered Nurse (RN) to do so.
Compliance & Collaboration In this role, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher and Multi-Site Coordinators to ensure full compliance with all standards, regulations, and guidelines set by:
Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC)
Preschool For All (PFA)
Preschool Promise (PSP)
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Environmental Health Authority
Education & Experience Requirements
Minimum age 18.
Minimum ORO Step 6.
At least 1 year of verified experience with children ages 3–5 in a certified childcare center.
Experience supporting children with varying needs in inclusive settings.
Must meet one of the following:
750 hours of qualifying teaching experience in a certified childcare center or comparable group care program (ages 3–5)
1,500 hours (1 year) of qualifying teaching experience in a registered or certified family childcare program
ORO Step 6 documentation or 9 quarter credits in two CKCs (including 3 credits in HGD or UGB)
An associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, Human Development, or Child and Family Studies
A state- or nationally recognized credential (e.g., CDA).
Preferred Education and Experience
Step 6 Preferred
Travel
Staff may be scheduled on short notice to work at any CAIRO Academy site to meet program needs, with locations across Hillsboro, Beaverton, Northeast and Southeast Portland. Travel may also be required for assigned training.
Language Requirements
Required: Proficient in English (speaking, reading, writing)
Preferred: Bilingual in Somali, Arabic, Swahili, Farsi, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Cantonese, or American Sign Language
Additional Eligibility Requirements
Central Background Registry Requirement: Employment offers require current enrollment in Oregon’s Central Background Registry. Candidates not yet enrolled may be considered but cannot receive an offer until enrollment is completed. For information on how to enroll in Oregon's Central Background Registry, please visit https://secure.emp.state.or.us/ccd/ or call the Office of Child Care at +1 800-556-6616.
Other Skill Requirements
Intermediate skills using:
Windows OS
Google Workspace (including Gmail and Google Calendar)
Microsoft Office
BambooHR (or other web-based time management software)
Excel / Google Sheets
Zoom virtual meeting space
Teaching Strategies web-based platform (TSG)
Procare (or other web based childcare management system)
Mobile phone applications
Tablet devices
Typical office equipment: Printer, landline phone, projector, walkie talkie, camera, etc.
Physical Requirements of the Job
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequent bending, crouching, and sitting on the floor or child-sized chairs
Ability to move quickly to ensure children’s safety
Ability to respond appropriately in emergencies (e.g., CPR, First Aid, evacuations)
Ability to stand or walk up to 6 hours per day
Frequent use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and overhead tasks
Ability to communicate with children at their eye level

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No