Lead Teacher & Assistant Teacher Positions
Gabriel Park • Hawthorne | Full-time | Start: August 31, 2026
THE OPPORTUNITY
We're launching Preschool For All (free, high-quality preschool programs) at Gabriel Park and Hawthorne this August. We need passionate French-speaking educators to make it happen.
THE ROLES
We're hiring 2 complementary positions that work together. Both roles are 100% French immersion—with kids and among staff.
Lead Teacher (30–38 hrs/week)
- Plan and deliver French immersion curriculum
- Document each child's progress and growth
- Mentor your assistant teacher
- Own family partnerships and engagement
- Curriculum planning time built into your week
Assistant Teacher / Aide (35–38 hrs/week)
- 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
WHAT WE NEED
ORO Step: Lead Teacher = Step 7 minimum | Assistant Teacher = Step 5 minimum
Education: Lead Teacher = Associate+ in ECE + 1 yr exp (or Bachelor's/Master's) | Assistant Teacher = High school diploma + ECE coursework/experience preferred
French: Lead Teacher = Fluent French & English | Assistant Teacher = Fluent French (all child interactions)
Required Prior to Employment (Both Positions):
- 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)
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Compensation:
- Lead Teachers: $23–$33/hour (based on experience & ORO Step)
- Assistant Teachers / Aides: Starting $23.16/hour (based on experience & ORO Step)
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 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
- Mission-driven team across five Portland Metro campuses
HOW TO APPLY
Applications due: July 31, 2026
Start date: Monday, August 31, 2026
Follow the link below to submit your application materials:
- Your resume (through July 2026)
- A short statement (English or French) about your experience and what you'll bring to Atlas
- Three professional references and three personal references
WHY THIS MATTERS
This isn't just a job—you're launching PFA, 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!
Atlas Immersion Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
