Temporary Classified Opening for 2026-2027
MULTNOMAH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM (MECP)
DAVID DOUGLAS SCHOOL DISTRICT #40
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION
Temporary Early Childhood Development Specialist - Multnomah Early Childhood Program (MECP)
Multiple Positions Available
LOCATION
MECP, To Be Determined
DATE POSTED
October 7, 2026
DATE CLOSES
Internal Candidates: Closes Wednesday October 14, 2026 at 4pm
External Candidates: Open until filled
POSITION START DATE
To Be Determined
(7 hours per day / 12 month program / 185 day calendar / Class 13, starting at $25.88 per hour)
The David Douglas School District welcomes applications from candidates that expand the
District's diversity.
David Douglas School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Multi-Cultural preferred. Bi-Lingual candidate preferred.
Apply at: https://daviddouglas.tedk12.com//hire/index.aspx.
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SUMMARY
Collaborate with the classroom teacher to create a strong positive, asset-based classroom culture, and implement a child focused creative learning environment that is focused on nurturing relationships with children and families. Early Childhood Development Specialists develop quality partnerships that encourage family engagement in their child's learning. Assist the classroom teacher in providing children with a developmentally appropriate learning environment in preparation for school success. Understand and follow the requirements for early learning performance standards, following the district policies and procedures, and maintaining requirements of the early childhood registry.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This description covers the most significant essential and auxiliary duties performed by this position for illustration purposes, and does not include other work, which may be similar, related to, or a logical assignment for the position. The job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
Child Education and Curriculum
? Work directly with children individually, in small and large groups under the direction of a certified teacher.
? Provide for their safety, guidance, and educational development.
? Demonstrate skills and effective strategies in strengthening the parent/child relationship.
? Implement the educational program, which includes weekly curriculum preparation, that best characterizes developmentally appropriate practice in the Early Childhood Education field.
? Use assessment information to individualize the weekly curriculum to build on each child's prior knowledge and experiences in order to provide curriculum that supports learning and development.
? Help to implement the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) for children with disabilities and incorporate IFSP goals into weekly curriculum plan and apply the principles of Least Restrictive Environment.
? Ensure all components of the curriculum guidelines are included in weekly curriculum plan.
? Understand and implement the Child Guidance Procedure. Provide classroom management and facilitate the social and emotional development of children by using the program policies and procedures.
? Provide in the moment coaching for students to gain skills in conflict resolution, skills to improve peer social relationships and emotional regulation.
? Understanding of social emotional learning for preschool age students.
? Contributes to the creation of an environment that reflects the values and norms of the diverse children and families we serve Observations, Screenings, and Record Keeping.
Observations, Screenings, and Record Keeping
? Conduct required developmental screening and assessments for assigned children;
? Take accurate, objective and complete observations daily on assigned children;
? Enter observation data into the data management systems in a timely manner, including parent observations as appropriate;
? Maintain accurate and timely written and electronic records/reports (i.e., meal counts, staff sign in, child attendance, etc.)
Parent Partnership/Family Engagement
? Develop partnerships with parents in regards to their child/children;
? Conduct and document home visits/family conferences which are designed to strengthen parent engagement;
? Assist parents to increase knowledge in child growth and development in order to mutually establish individual child goals. Incorporate this information into child assessment and curriculum planning;
? Participate in parent activities (i.e., parent meeting, family days, etc); Provide brief informal training at parent meetings, as needed;
? Work occasional evening hours as needed to accommodate program and family needs (i.e., parent meetings, home visits, etc.);
Communication and Debriefings
? Attend and participate in staff meetings, planning meetings, and training;
? Facilitate open communication and promote group problem solving;
? Participate in regular classroom team debriefings;
? Participate in regular child staffing meetings in partnership;
? Maintains confidentiality in matters concerning families;
Staff Professionalism and Education
? Works assigned schedule, and exhibits regular and predictable attendance;
? Participates in regular training and technical assistance activities;
? Actively seek to maintain and increase competencies;
Interaction with Children, Parents, and Co-workers
? Must relate in a positive, nurturing way, both verbally and physically, and be sensitive to the needs of children;
? Must relate in a positive, supportive way, both verbally and physically, and be sensitive to the needs of parents;
? Must relate in a positive, supportive way, both verbally and physically and be sensitive to the needs of co-workers;
? Must use quick, safe, reactions and responses when working with children and families;
? Must work to understand issues of difference, privilege and social justice, to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities and to cultivate a respectful, inclusive and accessible learning and working environment;
Other Duties
? May be assigned other related duties as appropriate. This job description describes the general nature and level of work, but is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be required.
Other Responsibilities
? Report suspected cases of child abuse or neglect in accordance to state law and agency policy;
? Medication administration (i.e., Epi pen, inhaler) and diapering as needed;
? Maintenance of center facilities, equipment and materials;
? Represent agency on various committees and projects; Rides school bus as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is appropriate. A representative way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
? Associate degree in early childhood education or child Development and a Step 9 or higher in the Oregon Registry; OR
? Associate degree in a related field such as General Studies, Social Science, Psychology, etc. (not limited to these degrees) and Step 9 or higher in the Oregon Registry; OR
? Completion of 2 years LEAP training resulting in LEAP Certification*
*LEAP Certification:
? Attendance at a 2-day LEAP Training event
? Meet Fidelity with the LEAP Individual ECDS Fidelity Tool (at least 2 years)
? Competent with LEAP Data Collection system
? Competent in the use of Incidental Teaching
? Competent in the use of Least to Most and Most and Least Prompting Hierarchies
? Competent in the use of AAC systems (PECS, Voice Output Devices, Switches, etc.)
? Competent in using large group monitoring strategies
? If currently in an Associate’s Program or currently in year 1 of LEAP certification, the candidate will have and can continue working while education / training is in process.
? New applicants / hires not yet in an Associate's Program or in LEAP Training must be willing to enroll in an associate’s program, or meet LEAP Fidelity on the ECDS Fidelity Tool within 2 years; continued employment will be contingent
? If requested in writing, a one-year extension to complete LEAP training or Associate's Degree may be granted by MECP Director;
? Two years of experience teaching preschool-age children;
? Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the communities;
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Bilingual skills preferred: oral and written fluency in English with fluency also in Spanish, Russian or
another language that meets community/department's needs.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, and percentages. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
COMPUTER SKILLS
The job requires specialized computer skills. Must be adept at using various applications including database, spreadsheet, report writing, project management, graphics, word processing, presentation creation/editing, communicate by e-mail and use scheduling software.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
See other certifications above in the EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE section.
? Current driver's license, insurance, and a reliable automobile during work hours;
? Must have own transportation available for on-the-job use;
? Food handler's card, must be obtained within 30 days of hire date;
? Infant/child first aid/CPR, must be obtained within 60 days of hire date;
? Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect training must be completed within 60 days of hire date;
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This level has a work environment that is usually well protected, free (minimal 0-20%) from hazards or obstacles. There is little element of personal risk or hazard. Job conditions are usually comfortable, with only occasional issues of confinement, temperature change, incident of noise, or interactions of a disagreeable nature, etc. Please note this position is Itinerant and your worksite location can change due to program needs and/or partnering school districts’ allocation of classroom space.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs. a distance of 10 feet. Ability to push/pull up to 50 lbs. a distance of 10 yards. Sufficient mobility and range of motion to perform repetitive standing, walking, balancing, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting for up to 8 hours per day. Sufficient stamina to perform job duties at frequency required. Ability to react quickly to the physical actions of children. Ability to perform physical requirements of bus monitor duties: Sufficient vision and hearing to perform job duties. Sufficient manual dexterity and eye- hand coordination to perform job duties.
MENTAL DEMANDS
Positions at this level require regular (40-60%) adaptive and flexible responses due to changing priorities, need to juggle timeframes, and need to meet fluctuating deadlines. Interruptions to normal schedules occur and response to new situations is needed regularly. Contacts with others can frequently include difficult or disagreeable people.
PAY EQUITY SCOPE
Organization image is positively or negatively influenced by results of personal work. "Customer" service is an important part of the job and actions would likely impact the user’s sense of satisfaction.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Post-job offer criminal background check will be required.
The David Douglas School District is a diverse community that provides equal opportunity in employment, activities, and its programs. It is the policy of the David Douglas School District to not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, ethnicity, and use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The school district also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws.
Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resources for David Douglas School District.