Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Description: Vermont Hills Family Life Center – St. Andrew’s ECE Center|Portland, OR|Full-Time| Starting $22.67 / hr
About Us

Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting the healthy development of children and strengthening families in our community. Our St. Andrew’s ECE Center is a warm, inclusive, and child-centered space where every child is seen, valued, and supported to thrive.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Co-Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team. This is a full-time role, Monday–Friday, no weekends/nights or major holidays — a wonderful opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives while working alongside a caring, collaborative team.

• Plan and implement a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with Oregon’s Early Learning & Multnomah County Preschool for All standards and VHFLC’s philosophy

• Supervise and engage preschool-aged children in activities that spark creativity, exploration, and problem-solving

• Create and maintain a safe, welcoming classroom that supports children’s autonomy and cooperation

• Build warm, professional relationships with children and families through daily communication and family conferences

• Use positive guidance techniques to support self-regulation and conflict resolution

• Maintain health, safety, and documentation standards — including incident reports, medication logs, and developmental observations

• Collaborate with the ECE Center Directors and teaching team to continuously improve the learning environment

Starting $22.67+ per hour , based on experience and qualifications.

• Benefits including medical/vision/dental/life, paid holidays, paid trainings
• A supportive, collaborative team with a child-centered, equity-focused mission
• Paid training and continuing education incentives
• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on children and families in our community

• An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field — OR at least one year of qualifying teaching experience (minimum 1,500 hours) in a licensed ECE program with preschool-aged children

• AND minimum Step 7 in the Oregon Registry (ORO), or the ability to attain it within 30 days of hire

• Enrollment in the Oregon Central Background Registry

• Current Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR & AED certification

• Current Oregon Food Handler’s Card

• Completion of required ELD trainings: RRCAN, ICCHS, PBtT, FFL, and Safe Sleep for Oregon’s Infants

• Are passionate about nurturing and educating young children

• Communicate clearly and warmly with families and colleagues

• Stay calm and exercise sound judgment in challenging situations

• Are committed to equity, inclusion, and respectful interactions

• Can sit on the floor, lift up to 40 lbs, and stay active with children indoors and outdoors

• Have consistent attendance and punctuality

St. Andrew’s ECE Center, 3228 Sunset Blvd, Portland, OR 97239

Please note: This location has limited public transit access. Reliable personal transportation is strongly recommended.

For over 40 years, Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) has been a trusted presence in the Portland, Oregon metro area, providing essential, high-quality childcare, early learning, and school-age programs through our licensed centers. As a nonprofit, we believe every child deserves a safe, engaging environment where they can grow — from infants through 5th grade.
Our staff are central to that work — serving as positive role models and receiving regular training in child development, learning, and play. At VHFLC, you're not just filling a role — you're joining a collaborative, child-centered, equity-focused team where your work matters, both to the families we serve and the colleagues alongside you. We invest in our people through paid training, continuing education incentives, and real opportunities to grow.
Whether you're looking for part-time hours, a full-time role, or flexible on-call and substitute work, we have opportunities that work for real people with real lives. If you're passionate about making a difference for kids and community — and want a team that has your back — VHFLC might be exactly where you belong.

Company Description

For over 40 years, Vermont Hills Family Life Center (VHFLC) has been a trusted presence in the Portland, Oregon metro area, providing essential, high-quality childcare, early learning, and school-age programs through our licensed centers. As a nonprofit, we believe every child deserves a safe, engaging environment where they can grow — from infants through 5th grade.\r\nOur staff are central to that work — serving as positive role models and receiving regular training in child development, learning, and play. At VHFLC, you're not just filling a role — you're joining a collaborative, child-centered, equity-focused team where your work matters, both to the families we serve and the colleagues alongside you. We invest in our people through paid training, continuing education incentives, and real opportunities to grow.\r\nWhether you're looking for part-time hours, a full-time role, or flexible on-call and substitute work, we have opportunities that work for real people with real lives. If you're passionate about making a difference for kids and community — and want a team that has your back — VHFLC might be exactly where you belong.