French Immersion Preschool Teacher

Atlas Immersion Academy • Portland, OR

3d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

We're hiring 2 complementary positions that work together: a lead teacher and an assistant teacher. Both roles are 100% French immersion—with kids and among staff. Our schools are part of the PFA program, making free, quality preschool real for families in Multnomah County. You'll work in a mission-driven team, own your classroom language practice, and help shape what PFA looks like across five campuses. We're building something that matters!

Requirements

• Lead Teacher = Step 7 minimum ORO Step
• Assistant Teacher = Step 5 minimum ORO Step
• Lead Teacher = Associate+ in ECE + 1 yr exp (or Bachelor's/Master's)
• Assistant Teacher = High school diploma + ECE coursework/experience preferred
• Lead Teacher = Fluent French & English
• Assistant Teacher = Fluent French (all child interactions)
• Oregon Food Handler's Card
• Central Background Check Registry
• Adult & Pediatric First Aid and CPR
• Health & Safety, Abuse Recognition, Foundations for Learning, Safe Sleep trainings
• Conscious Discipline (within 90 days)

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver French immersion curriculum
• Document each child's progress and growth
• Mentor your assistant teacher
• Own family partnerships and engagement
• Support daily routines and learning activities
• Lead family communications and check-ins
• Reflect on your own French immersion practice
• Participate in classroom planning and PFA team goals

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage from day 1
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 66% tuition discount for your children at Atlas
• Transportation reimbursement
• SimpleIRA with 3% employer match
• Built-in planning time
• Professional development
• Diversity and inclusion training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree