Lead Preschool Teacher

Elapdx; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave 40 hours annually

Personal Holidays two per year

Professional Development: ongoing, pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Explorer Learning Academy – NE in Portland, OR is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to guide and nurture our preschool learners in a vibrant, culturally responsive environment. This year-round, full-time role emphasizes play-based, identity-affirming curriculum and strong family partnerships.

You will design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintain a safe and inviting classroom, and support each child’s growth across developmental domains.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in early childhood development.
• Culturally responsive approach to teaching.
• Commitment to family partnerships and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Maintain a safe and inviting classroom.
• Support each child’s growth across all developmental domains.

Skills

Early Childhood Development

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Family Partnerships

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Location: NE Portland, OR
Type: Full-time (Year-Round)
Pay: $18 - $26 per hour

Explorer Learning Academy – NE, part of the ELA PDX, LLC network and a sister company to Education Explorers, is hiring a Lead Preschool Teacher to help guide and nurture our preschool learners in a vibrant, culturally responsive environment. This is a year-round position for an experienced educator who believes in the brilliance of young children and the power of play, identity-affirming curriculum, and strong family partnerships.

As Lead Teacher, you will design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, maintain a safe and inviting classroom, and support each child’s growth across all developmental domains.

Qualifications:

Must pass a background check.

Must be eligible to hold a Certified Family Child Care license in your name.

Step 8 in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) or commitment to complete the training to achieve Step 8 within six (6) months of hire.

Playground (parent communication and attendance)

Google email and drive tools

Strong foundation in early childhood development and a culturally responsive approach to teaching.

A passion for creating inclusive, joyful learning environments that reflect the children and communities we serve.

Competitive Pay: depending on experience and qualifications.

Paid Vacation: Begins after one year of employment.

Sick Leave: 40 hours annually.

Personal Holidays: Two paid personal holidays per year.

Professional Development:
Staff have access to ongoing, paid training and professional development to support their growth as educators and leaders in early learning.

Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support available for continuing education in early childhood development or related fields.