Job Title:

Preschool Promise Specialist 

Company Background:

Community Action is a non-profit organization that provides critical services to low-income families in the areas of housing, homeless services, economic empowerment, family development, and early childhood care and education. Community Action leads the way to eliminate conditions of poverty and create opportunities for people in the Washington County area. Be the change you want!

Job Position Description:

Are you a compassionate and resourceful individual dedicated to helping families thrive? We're seeking a Preschool Promise Specialist to champion high-quality early learning by mentoring and supporting programs across Washington County. Through personalized coaching and collaboration, you'll empower early educators to elevate quality, expand access, and ensure every child thrives in Preschool Promise programs. Pay rate for this position ranges from $26.00 - $32.00, depending on qualifications.

Abbreviated Duties List:

• Create ongoing trusting relationships with PSP programs to develop the most conducive environment for learning and reflection.
• Delivers regular one-on-one consultation, professional development, mentorship, and coaching sessions to educators and instructional leaders of PSP programs, following the Oregon Early Coaching Guidelines and employing specific coaching strategies to engage teachers and instructional leaders, using methods that value diversity, provide equity, and contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Conducts regular direct observations of PSP programs in practice, using formal and informal tools, and provides feedback.
• Helps early educators create professional development plans, apply for quality improvement grants and education awards, and access the training required by the Office of Child Care to meet licensure requirements.
• Recruits early educators for participation in state licensing requirements and continuous quality improvement.

Abbreviated Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field (Child Development, Human Development, Elementary Education, Human Ecology, Home Economics, Family and Consumer Studies, Child and Family Studies, Education and Special Education) or the ability to achieve a Step 10 on the Oregon Registry within 12 months of hire date.
• At least two years of experience in an Early Learning Program as a supervisor, coach, or instructional leader. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to support early educators in the Oregon Registry and Spark.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities to deliver relationship-based professional development and have familiarity with adult learning practices and all learning styles.
• Knowledge of inclusive practices in early learning programs.
• Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry before the offer of employment is extended.
• Requires a valid Oregon driver's license, proof of auto insurance for a private vehicle, and access to reliable transportation.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• 2 years of experience providing Technical Assistance and training to early education programs, providing classroom observations and/or home visits to families with young children.
• Oregon Registry Master Trainer Certification.
• Fluent (spoken and written) in Spanish, Arabic, and African American English Vernacular.

Top Benefits or Perks:

• Comprehensive insurance benefits, including free dental and 90% of your medical premiums covered by the employer for single coverage plans
• Bilingual Pay Program
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match
• Generous time off benefits with paid vacation, paid sick days, and 13 holidays!

How to Apply: Apply online directly at https://caowash.applicantpro.com/jobs/. The full job description and additional job details can be found there. Physical applications are also accepted at any of our Multi-Service Center locations.