Early Learning Teacher Substitute (Early Childhood) – Candidate Pool

At Sheridan AllPrep Children’s Center (SHACC), we are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where young children can learn, grow, and thrive. As part of Sheridan AllPrep Academy, SHACC also serves as a hands-on learning site for high school students pursuing careers in early childhood education.

We are building a candidate pool for future Early Learning Teacher Substitute opportunities and invite individuals who are passionate about early childhood development and supporting young learners in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

About the Role

Childcare Substitutes provide flexible, on-call support in classrooms serving children ages 6 weeks to school age. This role focuses on maintaining a safe and supportive environment, assisting with daily routines, and supporting lead teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate care and learning experiences.

 

Substitutes may step into a variety of classrooms and are essential to ensuring continuity of care for children and families.

What You’ll Do

• Support or supervise classrooms in the absence of regular staff
• Assist with daily routines including meals, diapering/toileting, and transitions
• Help implement age-appropriate activities and learning experiences
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for all children
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff
• Observe children and support developmental progress as directed
• Assist with classroom organization, cleaning, and general duties
• Follow all health, safety, and licensing requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Individuals who enjoy working with young children in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and willingness to support multiple classrooms as needed
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, patient, and nurturing approach with children
• Reliability and consistency when accepting substitute assignments
• Interest in early childhood education and child development
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Must be 18 years or older
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Food Handler’s Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Completion of required Oregon childcare trainings (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be able to complete required background checks, including fingerprinting
• Must be eligible for enrollment in the Oregon Early Learning Division Central Background Registry (CBR) (SHACC can support this process)
• Experience working with young children (preferred)

Work Environment

This is an in-person role that includes:

• Working in classrooms with children ages 6 weeks to school age
• Frequent movement, lifting (10–50 lbs), and active engagement with children
• Indoor and outdoor environments with varying noise levels

Why Join SHACC?

• Support a high-quality early childhood program serving local families
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Gain hands-on experience in early childhood education
• Flexible, as-needed scheduling

About This Posting

This posting is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for substitute opportunities. While there may not be immediate openings, applicants may be contacted as needs arise.

What to Expect After Applying

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
• Qualified candidates may be contacted for a brief interview or conversation
• Selected candidates will be guided through required onboarding steps, including background checks, fingerprinting, and Central Background Registry enrollment
• Once approved, substitutes are added to the call list and contacted as needs arise

 

 

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008 (ADA). Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 971-261-6975 for additional information. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunication Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900 or 711.

 

Equal employment opportunity and treatment shall be practiced by the district regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information if the employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.