Atlas Immersion Academy·Portland, Oregon
Lead and assistant teachers will plan and deliver a French immersion curriculum while managing daily classroom routines and student progress. They are responsible for fostering family partnerships and maintaining a high-quality, safe learning environment for preschool children.
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
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
Applications due: July 31, 2026 Start date: Monday, August 31, 2026 Follow the link below to submit your application materials: Your resume (through July 2026) 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.
Candidates must be fluent in French and meet specific Oregon Registry Online (ORO) step requirements for their respective roles. A minimum of an associate degree in early childhood education is required for lead teachers, while assistant teachers require a high school diploma and relevant coursework.
Market context
In Oregon, teaching assistant roles are often tied to early childhood and classroom support needs, especially for candidates with experience working with children ages three to five. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for a high school diploma or GED, with a CDA and child development knowledge preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm whether your preschool or early learning experience matches the posting before applying.
