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Childcare Lead Teacher

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Description

Kozy Kids Enrichment Center in Portlandis a licensed childcare center seekingLead Teachers!

Age group: Pre-K

To beQUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, CDA or higher and the ability to pass all background checks and have a minimum of 1-year previous childcare experience.

Required Shift:Monday - Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm

Compensation: $21/hr., based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

  • Resume screen
  • Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
  • On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
    • Q&A
    • Classroom observation
  • Offer

MainJob Responsibilities:

  • Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
  • Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
  • Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
  • Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
  • Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

If you have a positive attitude, love working with childrenand desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

Kozy Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Salary : $21

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