Job Description

Job Location: Bethany Athletic Club - Portland, OR 97229,

Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree,

Travel Percentage: None,

Job Shift: Day,

Job Category: Education, Bethany Athletic Club's new childcare center Bkids, seeks Substitute Teachers to join the Bkids team! The successful candidates will be responsible for supervising, nurturing, and caring for children from 6 weeks – 5 years old. These individuals are expected to, among other things, welcome children each day, engage in crafts and activities, change diapers and ensure the safety of all children.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, shifts scheduled as needed between 7:00AM-5:30PM

Age Groups: 6 weeks-5 years old

Position Type: Substitute/On-Call

Main Responsibilities

• Must provide availability for at least 3 weekdays per week between 7:00 AM and 5:30 PM. Shifts are not guaranteed.
• Provide classroom coverage for teachers who are absent, taking PTO, on vacation, attending training, or otherwise unavailable.
• Work across Infant, Wobbler, Toddler, and Preschool classrooms based on daily staffing needs.
• Follow each classroom’s established schedule, routines, curriculum, and expectations.
• Maintain required teacher-to-child ratios and actively supervise children at all times.
• Support feeding, diapering, toileting, naps, meals, transitions, gross motor activities, and classroom activities depending on the age group.
• Engage children in positive, developmentally appropriate interactions and activities.
• Use positive behavior guidance and follow BKids classroom practices.
• Assist with classroom cleaning, sanitizing, organization, and daily maintenance.
• Communicate effectively with classroom teachers and administration regarding children’s needs and classroom information.
• Follow all licensing, health and safety, confidentiality, and BKids policies.
• Must be comfortable and willing to work with all children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old.
• Must have flexible availability and be dependable when accepting scheduled shifts.
• Hours will vary depending on staffing needs, with opportunities for both partial-day and full-day shifts.
• Substitute employees may be considered for permanent part-time or full-time positions as positions become available.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must meet Oregon Child Care Licensing Division requirements for the position.
• Must be enrolled in or eligible for enrollment in the Central Background Registry.
• Previous childcare experience preferred.
• Must complete required CPR/First Aid and Oregon child care health and safety trainings.
• For Teacher-qualified positions, applicants must meet one of Oregon’s approved education, Registry, credential, or qualifying experience pathways.

Applicants must meet at least one Oregon teacher qualification pathway, such as:

• 750 hours of qualifying teaching experience in a certified child care center or comparable group-care program for the appropriate age group;
• 1,500 hours/one year of qualifying experience in registered or certified family child care;
• Oregon Registry Step 6 or qualifying college coursework;
• An Associate degree or higher in an approved child-development/education-related field; or
• A recognized credential such as a CDA appropriate to the age group.

Qualifications: Language Requirement

All team members must have the basic ability to use computer/smart phone applications for training and company system purposes. Employees must also be able to comprehend written documents such as work orders, safety rules, instructions, policies, and procedures. Also required is the ability of employees to speak and communicate effectively with clients, coworkers and management.

Company Benefits

• 401k with matching after 6 months
• Complimentary Bethany Athletic Club membership
• EAP with counseling, financial + legal assistance
• Discount on food from Bethany Athletic Club + Laurel Parc
• Discounts through BenefitHub + Life Balance
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Holiday pay perks
• Employee appreciation + wellness events

Additional Benefits for Full Time Employees

• Medical, Dental + Vision options for employee, partner + dependents after 60 days
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Up to 16 PTO days first year (19 days after 1 year and 20 days after 2 years)
• Paid + Float Holidays
• Complimentary Bethany Athletic Club membership for family
• 15% discount at West Parc & South Parc Apartments

About Central Bethany

Central Bethany is a full-service real estate development, property management and investment company based in Portland, OR. Founded in 1991, Central Bethany remains committed to building organizations and mix-use communities that thrive including Bethany Athletic Club, Laurel Parc, West Parc, South Parc and LaScala Apartments, and Downtown Rockwood. Central Bethany's diverse portfolio in Bethany Village and the surrounding Portland metro area offers employees a fast-paced, service-focused environment with opportunities for growth across various industries, making it a unique and rewarding place to work.

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