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Dental Expressions

Dental assistant

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Join Our Caring Team as a Temporary Full-Time Dental Assistant at Dental Expressions in Lake Oswego, OR! Dental Expressions is a well-established general dental practice located in scenic Lake Oswego ...

Reese Orthodontics

Dental Assistant

Portland, OR · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Reese Orthodontics is seeking a temporary Dental Assistant at their Portland, OR office on Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 8:00 AM until 3:30 PM.

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Early Childhood Substitute Assistant Teacher (temporary or seasonal)

Portland State University

Portland, OR • On-site

$18.06 - $19.36/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Re-posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support a teaching team in planning and implementing early childhood programs across classrooms.

  • Act as a model for classroom aides and practicum students by demonstrating appropriate skills and techniques.

  • Work with children aged six weeks to five years old in various classroom settings as needed.

Portland State University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Position Announcement
Position Details
Proposed Start Date
07/16/2026
Classification Title
Early Childhood Assistant
Working Title
Early Childhood Substitute Assistant Teacher (temporary or seasonal)
Department
260401 - CDC Helen Gordon Office
Position Number
D97125
Representation
UU - Unclassified Unrepresented
Position FTE
.49
End date, if applicable
03/15/2027
Position Summary
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
Helen Gordon Child Development Center (HGCDC) and Helen Gordon Infant/Toddler Center (HGITC) are full-day children's programs for Portland State University, serving children aged six weeks to five years. Located on the PSU campus in downtown Portland, the Centers provide model early childhood programs for the children of Portland State University students, faculty and staff, and the Portland community. The Centers are a laboratory for students and faculty participating in observation, practice and research activities in Early Childhood Education, Child, Youth and Family Studies, psychology, and related fields. HGCDC is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Position Summary
The Early Childhood Substitute Assistant Teacher works as needed across the programs as a support member of a teaching team in one of the Center's classrooms. The Early Childhood Substitute Assistant works cooperatively with the other classroom teachers to plan and implement a model early childhood program. The Early Childhood Substitute Assistant acts as a model for classroom aides and practicum students: teaching appropriate skills and techniques by example. The Early Childhood Substitute Assistant needs to be able to work in any classroom and with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.
Minimum Qualifications from Classification
* A minimum of twenty semester hours (thirty quarter hours) of college courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Special Education; OR
* A Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; OR
* One year of full-time experience in a certified day care center or comparable child care program.
Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications
  • AA Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or a related field.
  • Prior experience working with a diverse population of children and families.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Key Cultural Competencies
  • Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
  • Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
  • Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
  • Adheres to all PSU 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
Approx. 19 hours per week-schedule to be determined
Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting salary rate for this position will be between $18.06 and $19.36 per hour.
This .49 FTE temporary, part-time position is NOT benefits eligible.
Application Instructions
Additional Information
Special Working Conditions:
Working with young children requires the ability to deal with multiple stimuli: noise, varied lighting, sustained activity, and continuous emotional and physical demands. Able to lift, move, hold and carry children and objects up to 50 pounds across a classroom. Able to push/pull at least 6 children in a stroller or wagon and walk with a group of children for one mile without stopping. Able to engage in full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, and otherwise fully participate in classroom activities. Must be able to see and hear children for supervision and perform physical tasks within a time frame of a fast-paced early childhood environment. Able 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.
Background Check Required
Yes
If you have questions
Please email the Helen Gordon Child Development Center athelengordoncdc@pdx.edu or phone 503-725-3092
Search Details
Posting Close Date
Application screening begins
03/13/2026

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Portland State University (PSU) is a renowned institution located in Portland, Oregon. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, PSU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, preparing students for successful careers. The university's faculty members are experts in their fields, providing a high-quality education in a dynamic learning environment. PSU is deeply connected to its community, actively engaging in initiatives that address local and global challenges. With a focus on sustainability, social justice, and community outreach, PSU strives to make a positive impact in Portland and beyond. Situated in a vibrant city known for its livability and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, PSU offers students a unique and enriching educational experience that equips them to shape a better future.

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Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Portland, OR, US

Year founded

1946

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