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JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE P rovides the necessary support for Samaritan Early Learning Center Staff to ensure safe and effective day-to-day operations of the center. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION T he Samaritan Early Learning Center creates fun learning experiences for infants, toddlers and children up to eight (8) years with activities that reflect their developmental stage. It has served the children and families of Lincoln City and north Lincoln County for the past three decades. In 2015, Samaritan Early Learning Center’s commitment to quality was recognized with a five-star rating, the highest quality rating possible from Oregon’s Quality Rating and Improvement System ( QRIS ). To date, it is the only QRIS top-rated infant/toddler preschool program in Lincoln County. EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS E ighteen (18) years of age required. High school diploma or equivalent required. Registered with the Oregon Background registry required. A minimum of Oregon Registry Online ( ORO ) Level 1 required within six (6) months of hire. Required within 90 days of hire: Valid Oregon Food Handler's Card. Heartsaver Pediatric First Aid CPR AED . Successful completion of "Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse" class. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES S ervice Orientation - Knowledge of various resources/models of early childhood styles of learning. Ability to create a positive, caring environment, to show personal interest in each child, and to promote high quality learning experiences. Demonstrates patience, enthusiasm, and creativity for children and families as well as appreciation for diversity and early childhood education. Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to adjust to changes and demonstrate patience when working with children and families. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to any challenges and to meet new responsibilities as well as find alternative solutions. Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary diverse team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Displays a good-natured cooperative attitude. Knowledge of the Oregon Child Care rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of the facility. PHYSICAL DEMANDS R arely (1 - 10% of the time) Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) Continually (67 – 100% of the time) CLIMB – LADDER SQUAT S tatic (hold >30 sec) LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs PUSH (0 - 20 pounds force) PULL (0 - 20 pounds force) WALK – LEVEL SURFACE WALK - INCLINE CLIMB - STAIRS CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT R epetitive BEND FORWARD at waist LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs ROTATE TRUNK S tanding PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force) PULL (40 - 60 pounds force) SIT CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs ROTATE TRUNK S itting REACH - Upward REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY H ands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH F ingers GRASP H and/Fist STAND