EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
$43,680 - 47,840/ year
32-HOUR WORK WEEK PILOT (September - February)
Are you determined to make your mark by supporting equity balance in a growing community? As an Early Childhood Educator, you will change future outcomes by positively supporting families and their children during their most formative years!
Our affordable housing property Plaza Los Robles in Molalla seeks an Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about serving the Latino community. Your day-to-day will include conducting home visits while utilizing the Nurturing Parenting curriculum and collaborating with our other departments to recruit eligible families.
The Early Childhood Educator must be fluent in Spanish and English to be able to assist our clients fully. The work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 8 am-4:30 pm, with the occasional evening or weekend required for special events.
Hacienda CDC offers a remote/hybrid work-life balance, with two or more days in the office and the flexibility to work from home otherwise. This is subject to change to more in-person time required, depending on the program's needs.
NOTE TO CANDIDATES:
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. Hacienda CDC is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications as described or if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform job duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual Spanish/English required
High school/GED, plus 3 years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer) or a combination of work experience and college education required.
One or more years experience working with young children and families in a multicultural setting required.
Experience working with the Latinx community and knowledge and understanding of Latinx culture is required.
Certification in "Nurturing Parenting" or other early childhood education programs highly desired.
Valid driver's license and access to a car for home visits and other local travel are required.
Case management experience is a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills, including a high degree of emotional intelligence.
Ability to form mutually trusting relationships with parents and handle families in crisis.
Experience with word processing, email, scheduling, and database software.
Looking for something a little different? Check out our open After-School Program Coordinator Position on our Careers Page: haciendacdc.org/careers
COMPENSATION:
The hourly pay for this position is $21-23.00/hr
3% bilingual Spanish premium available after 90 days.
BENEFITS:
Medical (HMO, POS/PPO, HDHP options)- 90% of premium paid for employee
Dental - 100% of premium paid for entire family
Vision
32-Hour Work Week Pilot Program Sept - Feb (full-time pay rate based on 40-hours, will not be reduced).
Paid Time Off (PTO) 3.6 - 6.6 weeks per year, based on seniority
12 paid holidays per year
40I(k) Plan, 2% company match
Flexible spending account
Health spending account (HSA)
Paid parental leave - 6 weeks
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development
Laptop
Monthly cell phone stipend
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Hacienda CDC offers a remote/hybrid work-life balance, with two or more days in the office and flexibility to work from home otherwise. The work hours are typically Monday through Thursday (32 hour week pilot Sept - Feb), with flexible start and end times available.
COVID-19 SAFETY PROGRAM:
For the health and safety of our employees, clients and community, Hacienda has implemented a Workplace Infectious Disease Control Policy which includes a variety of safety protocols. Hacienda also requires that all employees have received their initial vaccine series at a minimum, and strongly encourages booster doses when eligible.
LOCATION:
Hacienda CDC headquarters are located in the Cully neighborhood, near the Portland Airport.
ABOUT HACIENDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (CDC)
Hacienda CDC is a Latino-led Community Development Corporation that strengthens families by providing affordable housing, homeownership support, economic advancement and educational opportunities.
Hacienda CDC was formed in 1986 to provide necessary housing and supportive services in Cully, a low-income, predominantly Latinx community. Today we have 9 affordable housing communities with almost 400 homes in North and Northeast Portland and Molalla serving over 1,500 people each year and new affordable homes in development in Cully, Gresham and Oregon City. We embrace a holistic approach to development and serving Latinos throughout the region with programs in community economic development, homeownership, and youth and family services. Over the last 30 years, we have grown to become Oregon's largest Latino-led, Latino-serving housing organization.
We are a group of dedicated professionals committed to quality outcomes. We also value work-life balance and self-care, so that we remain strong and sustainable over the long term.
PAY:
The salary and wage ranges that Hacienda advertises for the position, mean that the starting pay offered to the candidate will fall somewhere within the range posted. We recognize that each candidate brings with them a unique combination of experiences, education, skills and abilities, therefore the offer will be tailored to the individual.
A bilingual Spanish premium (3% pay increase) is available after 90 days, upon successful completion of a language assessment.
TO APPLY:
Please submit a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position.
HACIENDA CDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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