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Bilingual Early Childhood Program Supervisor

Hours per week: 40 hours/week (1.0 FTE), exempt
Location: Eugene, OR or Springfield, OR
Supervised by: Deputy Director – Early Childhood Programs
Starting wage range: $82,706 – $84,786 annually, depending on qualifications
Bonus: $5,000 hiring bonus payable in two equal installments at 30 and 90 days
$1,000 bonus for Step 9 and above in Oregon Registry Online (ORO)

About Relief Nursery

Relief Nursery provides comprehensive family support services that are easily accessible to families who are raising children birth through five years of age and who are experiencing high levels of stress. We provide early intervention that centers on building successful and resilient children and strengthening parents. Our staff work as a team to provide a unique array of support, from therapeutic classrooms and outreach programs, to parenting education, substance use disorder recovery support and more.

Position Overview

The Bilingual Early Childhood Program Supervisor provides leadership and reflective supervision to Spanish- and English-speaking Teacher/Home Visitors in Relief Nursery’s Therapeutic Early Childhood Program (TECP). This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and trauma-informed classroom and home visiting services that support children’s social-emotional development, strengthen parent–child relationships, and promote family well-being in alignment with the Relief Nursery model and mission.

The Supervisor may also oversee select support roles, including classroom assistants and substitutes, garden educators, transportation, and food services staff, based on program needs.

Responsibilities

Program & Staff Supervision

  • Provide leadership and reflective supervision to Teacher/Home Visitors, fostering professional growth, teamwork, and accountability.
  • Support staff in integrating child and family goals, curriculum, classroom environment, routines, assessments, and family systems into daily practice.
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and maintain required documentation for early childhood program staff in collaboration with core program leadership.
  • Conduct regular supervision, including one-on-one, group supervision, daily debriefs and informal check-ins, and annual performance reviews.
  • Provide consultation and support related to ethics, boundaries, self-care, crisis response, communication, and time management.
  • Support mandated reporting and ensure compliance with Oregon Child Abuse Reporting laws and Relief Nursery policies.

Therapeutic Classroom & Home Visiting Oversight

  • Ensure consistent implementation of the therapeutic early childhood and home visiting model, including:
    • Developmentally appropriate practices
    • Therapeutic interactions
    • Classroom ratios and safety
    • Home visiting focused on attachment, parenting support, and child well-being
  • Support staff in addressing barriers, strengthening protective factors, and enhancing family problem-solving skills.
  • Participate in classroom and home visit oversight as needed, including temporarily covering direct service program roles to ensure continuity of services.
  • Coordinate with the Volunteer Coordinator regarding the scheduling, supervision, and support of volunteers and interns.

Site & Regulatory Oversight

  • Maintain a regular on-site presence during program hours and attend occasional evening or weekend events as required.
  • Monitor site compliance with licensing, health, and safety requirements (e.g., Office of Child Care, Fire Marshal, environmental health).
  • Communicate site-related concerns promptly to the Deputy Director
  • Provide leadership in addressing site-level issues as they arise.
  • Site assignments may vary based on program needs.

Support Services Oversight

  • Provide oversight and supervision, as assigned, for support systems including transportation, childcare, clothing closet, and kitchen operations.
  • Ensure support systems are functioning effectively and in compliance with all applicable regulations.
  • Supervise relevant staff to ensure job duties are completed according to program protocols and standards.
  • Provide support for weekly food pantry operations as needed.

Collaboration, Leadership & Professional Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with internal programs to ensure coordinated, integrated services for children and families.
  • Coordinate with external agencies to support family access and barrier removal.
  • Plan and facilitate staff meetings and trainings in collaboration with program leadership.
  • Participate in program policy and procedure development.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development, completing at least 24 hours of approved training annually.
  • Represent Relief Nursery at community meetings, tours, trainings, and public events.
  • Participate in reflective supervision and leadership team activities.
  • Support organizational growth, change initiatives, and new program development.
  • Model organizational values, professionalism, and a respectful, collaborative workplace culture.
  • Perform duties in accordance with the NAEYC Code of Ethics, confidentiality standards, and all applicable laws and policies.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

These qualifications support success in this role. We also recognize that strong candidates come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about this work and meet most of the requirements, we encourage you to apply.

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish, with experience working with Spanish-speaking and Hispanic/Latinx families.
  • Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, social work, or a related field OR a commitment to obtain a degree in a related field or achieve Step 9 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online within two (2) years of hire.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience working in an early childhood setting.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience providing home visiting services to families at risk for child abuse and neglect.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and to implement developmentally appropriate early childhood practices and therapeutic child guidance strategies.
  • Knowledge of typical, atypical, and delayed child development for children from birth to six (6) years of age.
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds, with an understanding of the impact of trauma on children and families.
  • Ability to work independently while also seeking guidance, consultation, and support as needed.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, take initiative, and respond effectively to emergent and crisis situations.
  • Experience participating in or providing reflective supervision.
  • Ability to communicate and document professionally in both written and verbal formats.
  • Ability to pass required background checks through the Department of Early Learning and Care’s Central Background Registry (CBR).
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and current insurance coverage.
  • Current Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Food Handler’s cards, or the ability to obtain required certifications upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications refer to job-related education or training, experience, or skills that are beneficial, but not a requirement for the position.

  • Master’s Degree in early childhood education, social work, early intervention, or related field.
  • Professional experience in Early Intervention / Early Childhood Special Education.
  • Professional experience providing reflective supervision.
  • Professional experience supervising an early childhood program.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, kneel, sit on the floor or in child-sized chairs, lift and carry children up to approximately 40 pounds, bend, reach, and sometimes run to respond to emergencies, all while maintaining a high level of alertness and physical stamina to engage with young children throughout the day; this may also include good vision and hearing for observing children’s behavior and interactions.

Annual Benefits for Employees

Relief Nursery employees working 30 or more hours per week enjoy a generous benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage (very low employee cost)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • 8 days of paid sick leave per year
  • 5 weeks of paid vacation leave per year
  • 2 days paid personal leave per year (add 1 additional day per each 5 years worked)
  • 10 paid Holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Opportunity for internal growth and promotion, including access to professional development and training opportunities
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer

Interested applicants, please email resume and cover letter to:

Lindsey Steele, Director of Administration and Human Resources
hr@reliefnursery.org
Pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, DMV check, and proof of auto insurance required. Position will remain open until filled.

Relief Nursery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace