Preschool Assistant Teacher - SW Portland

Education Explorers, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Personal Holidays

Paid Training

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job Training

Job summary

Education Explorers, LLC in SW Portland, OR is seeking an energetic Preschool Teacher Assistant to support our bilingual preschool programs. The ideal candidate will help foster a positive and engaging learning environment, assisting in a bilingual curriculum in Spanish and English.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, proficiency in both languages, and self-motivation. We offer competitive pay between $21 - $24 per hour based on experience, paid vacation, sick leave, and support for further education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient computer skills for digital classroom documentation.
• Self-motivated with positive demeanor.
• Fluent in both Spanish and English.
• Pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support bilingual preschool programs.
• Foster a positive learning environment for children.
• Assist in implementing a bilingual curriculum.

Skills

Proficient computer skills

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Step 5 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO)

Job description

Location: SW Portland, OR
Type: Full‑time
Pay: $21 - $24 per hour

Job Description:

Education Explorers is seeking an energetic and self‑motivated Preschool Teacher Assistant to support our bilingual preschool programs. The ideal candidate will assist in fostering a positive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children, helping to implement a bilingual curriculum in both Spanish and English. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about early childhood education and can contribute to our inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Proficient computer skills for utilizing digital tools such as the Kaymbu platform for classroom documentation and communication.

Self‑motivated with a high energy and positive demeanor.

Fluent in both Spanish and English.

Step 5 or higher in the Oregon Registry Online (ORO) system.

Pass a background check.

Preference given to candidates who are pursuing or holding an early childhood education degree, but we are willing to train the right candidate who is passionate about this field.

Competitive Pay: $21‑$24 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Paid Vacation: Available after one year of employment.

Sick Leave: 40 hours of sick leave annually.

Personal Holidays: Two paid personal holidays per year.

Paid Training: Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Tuition Reimbursement: Support for furthering your education in early childhood development.

School Breaks: Enjoy four weeks of paid time off during scheduled school breaks.

On‑the‑job Training: We are willing to train the right candidate who fits our program’s values and goals.