Preschool Teacher

Future Pathways Academy; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Future Pathways Academy seeks a Preschool Teacher to lead an engaging, play-based classroom for children ages 3–4 in Oregon. You will plan developmentally appropriate learning experiences, foster social-emotional growth, and partner with families to support each child’s development.

You will collaborate with fellow educators to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment, follow licensing requirements, and participate in ongoing professional development to enhance practice.

Qualifications

• Experience working with preschool-aged children and knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with state requirements.
• Foster social-emotional growth through relationship-based practices and positive guidance.
• Differentiate instruction to meet developmental needs of individual children.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Teacher's Aides.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress and communicate with families.
• Partner with families through open communication and support of each child's growth.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Maintain a safe, healthy learning environment in accordance with licensing requirements.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Relationship-building

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Preschool Teacher

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time or Part-Time

Position Summary

Future Pathways Academy is seeking a passionate, nurturing, and engaging Preschool Teacher to create a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for children ages 35. At Future Pathways Academy, we believe children are capable, curious learners. We are committed to creating a safe, engaging, play-based learning environment where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired to grow. The Preschool Teacher serves as the instructional leader of the classroom and is responsible for planning and implementing engaging learning experiences that support each child's cognitive, social-emotional, physical, and language development. Through intentional teaching, meaningful relationships, and play-based learning, the Preschool Teacher fosters curiosity, creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning while partnering closely with families and collaborating with fellow educators to create a positive Academy culture.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Builds trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Creates culturally responsive, engaging learning experiences through exploration, creativity, and play.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a positive attitude.
• Embraces feedback, continuous learning, patience, empathy, and emotional maturity.
• Believes children are capable, curious learners who thrive through play-based learning.
• Wants to be part of a mission-driven Academy that makes a lasting impact on children and families.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Classroom Leadership

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Oregon Early Learning Standards and Preschool for All requirements.

• Foster social-emotional growth through relationship-based practices and positive guidance.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental needs of individual children.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to Teacher's Aides assigned to the classroom.

Classroom Environment & Child Development

• Maintain a safe, clean, organized classroom with engaging learning centers.
• Provide active supervision of children at all times, indoors and outdoors.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress; communicate concerns to leadership and families.
• Participate in parent conferences regarding children's development and progress.

Family Partnerships & Team Collaboration

• Partner with families through open communication, mutual respect, and shared support of each child's growth and development.
• Support, mentor, and model best practices for Teacher's Aides.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Contribute to a respectful, positive, and collaborative Academy culture.

Health, Safety & Licensing Compliance

• Follow all Academy policies and Oregon child care licensing requirements.
• Follow illness, medication, emergency, and incident reporting procedures; report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by Oregon law.
• Maintain accurate classroom documentation and safeguard confidential child and family information.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment in accordance with Academy policies and Oregon licensing requirements.

Qualifications & Certifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or qualifications that meet Oregon licensing requirements.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children and knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively participate in classroom activities throughout the day.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Experience with Preschool for All, Preschool Promise, or Reggio Emilia / inquiry-based learning environments.

Required Certifications & Compliance

• Successful completion of all required background checks and enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry.
• Pediatric CPR & First Aid (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Oregon Food Handler Card (if assigned food-related duties) and completion of required Oregon Health & Safety trainings.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Stand, walk, bend, knee