NW Infant Primary Teacher

Overview

Join Our Team at Child Roots NW - 1740 NW Flanders St, Portland, Oregon, 97209

Are you an experienced early childhood educator looking to inspire young minds and build lasting connections? Child Roots, a small family of locally and woman-owned child care centers in Portland, Oregon, is seeking a Primary Teacher (1.0 FTE, 5 days/40 hours per week) for our NW location. Since 2007, our progressive, play-based schools have focused on guiding children's social and emotional development while encouraging exploration and inquiry.

Our classrooms are designed to provoke curiosity, and our Teachers make Child Roots outstanding.

• Provide primary care and educational support for a consistent group of children.
• 8 infants (0 to 23 months), 16 toddlers (24 to 35 months), or 20 preschoolers (36+ months)
• Foster a safe, engaging, and child-centered learning environment.
• Collaborate with co-teachers to design and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, ensuring clear and supportive communication.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

• Be currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry (or begin the process and complete it upon receiving confirmation).
• Meet the teacher-qualification criteria as outlined by the Office of Child Care requirements, which may include:
  • Previous experience in a structured child care environment.
  • Completion of college-level courses in early childhood education-related subjects.
  • Degree in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent) preferred.
• Complete Oregon’s Safety Set Trainings and required certifications:
  • Pediatric CPR/First Aid Course (hybrid or fully in-person)
  • Oregon Food Handler's Card (online course)
  • Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety (online course)
  • Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect (online course)
  • Prevention is Better than Treatment (online course)
  • Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants (online course)

• Starting wage begins at $20/hour and is eligible for an increase based on Steps level:
  • Steps 1 - 6 = additional $0.05 per step (between $0.05-0.30 total)
  • Steps 7 - 11 = additional $0.10 per step (between $0.40-1.00 total)
• Standardized annual merit-based raises and annual wage adjustments
• Long-term commitment bonuses to incentivize teachers to remain with their cohort
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Health & Vision Insurance – majority employer-paid
  • Dental Insurance – majority employer-paid
  • Life Insurance – 100% employer-paid
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous company match
  • Paid Time Off – Including holidays, a weeklong Winter Break, and professional development opportunities

We believe that children are authentic, powerful individuals. Our mission is to guide their social and emotional development and to foster a sense of wonder about the world around them. We know that teaching is more than just meeting physical needs—it is about understanding each child’s unique experience and supporting them on their journey. We also understand that a successful school depends on supported, valued educators.

Our workplace culture emphasizes stability, emotional support, and a collaborative environment where every teacher is seen and appreciated.

Apply today and become a part of one of Portland’s most inspiring child care communities. To work with us, you must be teacher-qualified and currently enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry. These trainings are required within 30 days of hire:

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid Course
• Oregon Food Handler's Card
• Introduction to Child Care Health & Safety online course
• Recognizing & Reporting Child Abuse & Neglect online course
• Prevention is Better than Treatment online course
• Safe Sleep for Oregon's Infants online course

The challenges of COVID reminded us how vital it is to center our employees’ well-being. We aim to be the BEST place to work in child care in Portland. All employees are eligible for:

• 1-3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, depending on tenure
• 25 paid holidays and all-school days off
• Company-provided continuing education
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match and 100% immediate vesting

Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our insurance plans, including Providence Health (vision, naturopathic, chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage) and Principal or Willamette Dental.

We value commitment and invite you to stay with us for at least a year. To learn more, visit our website, take a virtual tour, and review our COVID-19 Health & Safety Guidelines.

We are a pro-vaccination community and require all employees and enrolled parents to be fully vaccinated against COVID. We maintain safety protocols including daily health checks, masks, stable groups, and extra cleaning.

Thank you for your consideration. We hope to hear from you!