Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Portland State University is Oregon's most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America's most dynamic cities. Our mission to "let knowledge serve the city" reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 27,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life , from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Position Summary
Helen Gordon Child Development Center is the full-day children's program for Portland State University. Located on the PSU campus in downtown Portland, the Center provides a model early childhood program for the children of Portland State University students, faculty and staff, and the Portland community.

The Center is a laboratory for students and faculty participating in observation, practice and research activities in Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Studies, psychology, and related fields. Accredited by the National Academy of Early childhood Programs, the Center serves children aged four months to five years : https://www.pdx.edu/helen-gordon-center/

The Transition age Coordinator assists the HGCDC Director in providing overall program administration and leadership for the Helen Gordon Child Development Center and is responsible for the overall philosophy and pedagogical coordination of the Center's programs for 2, and under 3 year olds.

This position is .85 FTE (34 hours per week). The position may be renewed beyond 6/30/25, subject to available funding.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.A. in Child Development, Human Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field.

• 5 years of full-time, lead teaching, preferably in an accredited Infant-Toddler/Preschool setting.

• Has demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.

• Must have thorough knowledge and understanding of child development. Knowledge of early childhood theory and practice; demonstrated ability to apply theory to practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.A. in Early Childhood Education or a related field.

• Familiar with RIE and Reggio strategies to working with children under 3yrs. of age. preferred with 5 years of full-time, lead teaching, preferably in an accredited Infant-Toddler/Preschool setting.

• Has demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills required.

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of child development

Key Cultural Competencies

• Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adhere to all of PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/Hours Monday-Friday, 34 hours per week, exact hours to be determined Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.

The starting annual salary for this position will be between $43,512 and $51,652 (salary is pro-rated to between $36,550 to $43,387 for .84 FTE ). Salary may be negotiated above this range dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.

An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator

Application Instructions

Additional Information
This position is .85 FTE (34 hours per week). The position may be renewed beyond 6/30/25, subject to available funding.

Licenses, Certificates, or Other Credentials

• Staff must maintain continuous enrollment in the Office of Child Care, Central Background Registry. Staff must maintain certification in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/ CPR .
• Staff must complete the Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect in Oregon training.
• Staff must hold a current Oregon Food Handler's Card.
• Staff must complete the Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants training.
• Staff must complete the Introduction to ChildCare Health & Safety training.
• Staff must complete the Prevention is Better Than Treatment training.
• Staff must complete the Foundations For Learning training.
• Staff must participate in and maintain 24 clock hours of training or education annually as defined by the Oregon Rules for Certified Child Care Centers as well as SPARK , Oregon's Quality Recognition and Improvement System.

Special Working ConditionsWorking with young children requires the:

• Ability to deal with multiple stimuli: noise, varied lighting, sustained activity, and continuous emotional and physical demands.
• Ability to lift, move, hold and carry children and objects up to 50 pounds across a classroom.
• Ability to push/pull at least 6 children in a stroller or wagon and walk with a group of children for one mile without stopping.
• Ability to engage in full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in classroom activities.
• Ability to see and hear children for supervision and perform physical tasks within a time frame of a fast-paced early childhood environment.
• Ability to supervise and interact with children outdoors for extended periods of varied weather conditions.

Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references.

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) 06/30/2025 If you have questions
Please contact Lynn Green at 503-725-5322

Search Details

Posting Close Date Projected Close Date for Posting Open Until Filled Application screening begins 03/08/2024 Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/44053