Lower School Assistant Guest Teacher

OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.

ABOUT US: Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together, enhancing the vibrancy of the school community. 

OES seeks and values employees who continually grow in their work practices. Teaching faculty engage in the Characteristics of Effective Teaching for their ongoing learning in service of students. All other employees engage in professional growth specific to their responsibilities. Together, faculty and staff create a vibrant and diverse community of lifelong learners.

As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose – toward inclusion and respect, service and justice, and commitment beyond ourselves. 

JOB DESCRIPTION: The OES Lower School Assistant Guest Teacher provides classroom instruction to students following OES standards and methods for instruction. OES teachers promote curiosity and the exploration of ideas and concepts while fostering an appreciation for lifelong learning. They cultivate in students the OES values of community, social responsibility, and respect for individual differences. In addition to the qualifications detailed below, the successful guest teacher will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to support the School’s educational mission. Lunch is provided on work days.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Report to work as soon as possible after receiving request for guest teacher.  
• Carry out lessons, regular routines, and supervision duties according to the teacher's plans.
• Provide a written report at the end of the day to communicate with the teacher about the day’s events.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA or equivalent in education or related field
• Experience working in an early childhood educational setting
• Intercultural competence, ability to work with sensitivity and effectiveness with students, families, colleagues of diverse backgrounds and identities, demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion for people of all backgrounds and identities 
• Digital literacy; intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, Google Docs/Sheets and other web-based applications; database and cloud storage solutions, such as Google Drive, ability to troubleshoot common hardware and software issues, and good understanding of data privacy principles, particularly in safeguarding student data and personal information.
• Video-conferencing experience, as appropriate to job duties; flexibility and  willingness to learn as digital tools evolve
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Reggio-inspired schools, social constructivist teaching and learning and the integration of the arts
• Oregon Central Background Registry qualifications
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage confidential information in compliance with the law and best practice 
• Ability to consistently apply principles of equity and inclusion in day to day work and in the broader workplace community
• Organizational skills, ability to work well on teams 
   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods 
• Mobility sufficient to move about the campus, to include climbing stairs 
• Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to  communicate clearly 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis 
   

Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position.
 
Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.