Schnitzer Family Campus - Mittleman Jewish Community Center & Portland Jewish Academy·Portland, Oregon
The role involves planning and leading enrichment activities to support the social, emotional, and academic development of school-age children. The teacher is responsible for maintaining a safe, inclusive, and engaging afterschool environment while collaborating with families and staff.
Afterschool Teacher PJA Afterschool is looking for creative, compassionate, and energetic educators who want to make a real impact in the lives of school-age kids.
We are currently hiring afterschool staff for our WEST side locations SW - Multnomah Village SW - Sylvan NW - Forest Heights Open Roles & Pay Teacher Assistant: $17.50–$18.85/hour (Part-time) Lead Teacher: $19–$20/hour (Part-time) Schedule - Starts August 17th Afternoons only! Great for students, creatives, or anyone seeking meaningful part-time work. 2:00/3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (varies by site)
We support our staff so they can do their best work: Generous PTO, vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay Paid planning time Professional development opportunities Free mental health benefits and free gym membership! Tuition discounts for employees’ children
What You’ll Do You’ll help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging afterschool environment where students can learn and grow. This role is an opportunity to be a mentor and role model while helping students build confidence, curiosity, and strong relationships. Responsibilities include: Planning and leading enrichment activities and curriculum Supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic development Creating a positive and inclusive environment Collaborating with staff, families, and the community Ensuring student safety and well-being at all times
We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds. If you’re passionate about working with youth, we encourage you to apply.
High School Diploma or GED At least 18 years old Enrollment in the Central Background Registry One of the following (Teacher qualification): 240 hours of experience working with youth, or AA/BA in education, child development, or a related field Work Environment This is an active, hands-on role: Fast-paced and often noisy environment May involve lifting up to 50 pounds, as well as bending, standing, and moving throughout the day Responsibility for maintaining a clean and safe space Requires vision and hearing within standard ranges and clear speaking ability Equal Opportunity Employer Portland Jewish Academy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We hire and promote based on qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if you don’t meet every listed requirement.
Market context
In Oregon, school-age childcare and enrichment roles often draw steady interest because programs need staff who can support children before and after school. Competition can be stronger for candidates who already have classroom or youth-program experience, plus the required CPR, First Aid, Food Handler's, and Oregon Central Background Registry steps. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credentials and background-registry status before applying.
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