EKT TEACHER/INSTRUCTOR

MFS helps people move beyond the limitations of poverty, inequity and social isolation. Through social innovation and a focus on prevention, MFS delivers proven programs to help people succeed at home, in school and in the community.

MFS is always looking for qualified and dedicated employees committed to helping us strengthen the community. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your skills and enthusiasm to help people in the Portland area, we would love to talk with you about our current opening listed below.

Moving Lives Forward.

The Cherry Park SUN Program is seeking in-district applicants for the Early Kindergarten Transition (EKT) program.

EKT Program hours:

9:00am - 1:00pm, Mondays-Thursdays from July 21st - 31st

Parent Classes: 7/21, 7/23, 7/28

Attend all on-boarding and training prior to the program.

Paid preparation and training after school/evenings prior to the start of the program. ( Work remote when approved by Site Manager)

Plan and attend the family orientation meeting the week prior to the program.

Parent class educators plan and facilitate classes for parents
Facilitate 8 hours worth of parent education sessions, the length of class offered and how many days is week flexible.

Position Overview:

EKT is a two-week summer program at SUN schools that offers children and families a jump-start into a successful kindergarten year. The program focuses on academics, play, arts and music, exploration and developing friendships in an inclusive and joyful classroom. The program has two components: a two week program for incoming kindergarten students, and provides family education sessions that are required. EKT partners with SUN and Multnomah County to offer the program. The role of parent class educator plans and leads activities for parents and guardians of EKT students to foster connections, build confidence in supporting their child, and shares helpful resources. This position requires prior experience in teaching adults.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Plan, prepare and facilitate activities/classes for parents/guardians of children in the EKT program that help support a successful transition into kindergarten.
• Teach adults about how to support their child in kindergarten and develop routines.
• Foster a supportive environment for families to learn and grow.
• Recruit students and families for the program in collaboration with SUN site manager
• Consult and collaborate with classroom teacher to align instruction and bring in guest speakers.
• Create a welcoming, engaging and joyful kindergarten transition program.

• Collect and report data

Qualifications:

• State of Oregon TSPC license with proper endorsement, highly qualified status
• Current first-aid certification
• Experience in teaching children and creating lesson plans
• Desire and ability to work with children and ensure an enriching, positive, safe setting
• An independent, self-motivated, creative and resourceful individual
• Excellent organization skills and interpersonal communication skills
• A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to ask questions for clarification and job completion
• Demonstrate excitement in working with children.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism in all interactions
• Demonstrate enthusiasm about working in an inclusive environment which serves children of all backgrounds and abilities
• Experience working with groups of elementary-age children and strong behavior management is a MUST
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally able to work in the United States (documentation will be required for I-9 form)
• Basic English proficiency is required (must be able to read, write and speak English)
• All employees must submit a criminal background check

Compensation:
$30 an hour

Metropolitan Family Service is committed to building a diverse workforce to broaden and deepen our work in the communities we serve. We strongly urge candidates from communities of color, disability, LGBT, linguistically diverse populations, older adults and military veterans to consider application to our positions. MFS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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