What are the responsibilities and job description for the PFA Preschool Teacher (French Immersion) position at Atlas Immersion Academy?
Lead Teacher & Assistant Teacher Positions
Hawthorne • Gabriel Park | Full-time | Start: 10/5
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: October 1st
Start date: Monday, October 5th.
Follow the link below to submit your application materials:
- Your resume
- 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.
Salary : $23 - $33