Preschool Teacher
Portland, ORFull-time$18.12–23.56/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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Job overview
Cadence Academy Preschool is hiring a Preschool Teacher in Portland to nurture children’s learning and development in a safe, welcoming classroom. The teacher works with colleagues to deliver age-appropriate curriculum, shares children’s milestones with parents, guides play, and plans a balanced daily schedule. The posting requires a high school diploma or equivalent, age 18 or older, and at least six months of relevant experience; a CDA or related college degree is preferred.
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Job Location : Address
334 SE 146th Ave
Company Overview
Preschool Teacher Portland, OR
Ready to dive into a world of wonder with preschoolers?Cadence Academy Preschool, a proud part of the Cadence Education family, is searching for a vibrantPreschool Teacherto join our team of childcare superstars! If you’re brimming with love for kids and have experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to nurture young hearts and spark lifelong learning.We’re hiring NOW—jump in and make every day an adventure!
Why Cadence Education is Your Happy Place:At Cadence, we’re all aboutshaping bright futuresfor children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative, research-based curriculum and cozy, home-like environments redefine early education. You’ll join a fun, talented team that thrives on collaboration, open communication, and a shared passion for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a playground for growth, and we need your energy to make it shine!
Your Role as Our Classroom Hero:
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Create a warm, inviting space where kids feel safe to explore, learn, and grow.
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Team up with fellow teachers to deliver a fun, age-appropriate curriculum that lights up young minds.
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Share daily milestones with parents, turning small moments into big memories.
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Guide play with toys, language, and activities, keeping safety first and curiosity flowing.
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Model kindness and social skills that help kids thrive now and in the future.
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Plan a daily schedule bursting with a balance of quiet time, active play, indoor/outdoor fun, and fine/gross motor activities.
Why This Role is a Total Joy:
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Start TODAY: Step into the classroom and start inspiring now!
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Awesome Benefits(Full-Time Teachers):
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Competitive pay +on-demand paywith UKG Wallet—grab your earnings when you need them!
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Hourly Pay Range: $18.12 - $23.56
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50% childcare tuition discount—a sweet deal for your own little ones!
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401(k) with employer matchto secure your future.
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Stellar perks: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and evenpet insurance!
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Paid time offthat grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance.
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Grow Your Way: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to fuel your career.
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Live Happily: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance.
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Join a Leader: With 325+ schools across 30 states and 30+ years of expertise, Cadence Education is the superstar of early childhood education!
Job Description
What Makes You Our Teaching Star:
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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At least 18 years old.
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Minimum 6 months’ experience as a preschool teacher or in a licensed daycare.
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Flexible and ready to shine during business hours.
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Preferred: Child Development Associate (CDA) or college degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
Your Playbook for Success:
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Embrace Cadence’s philosophy, creating a nurturing, growth-filled space for every child.
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Collaborate with your team to craft engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons.
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Cheer on kids’ interests, step in for safety, and turn play into learning adventures.
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Foster social skills and behaviors that set kids up for success.
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Share ideas to design a daily schedule that’s as fun as it is enriching.
Ready to teach with heart and inspire young dreamers?Apply today and join a team that’s all about love, growth, and unforgettable moments! Cadence Education is your stage to shine and shape the future, one child at a time.Let’s create a classroom full of magic!
Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Location : City
Portland
Job Location : State/Province
OR
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School BrandCadence Academy Preschool
ID 2026-69207
School Name 833 - Gateway
Position Type Full-Time
Min Salary USD $18.12/Hr.
Max Salary USD $23.56/Hr.
How this job compares
Set against the 904 open Preschool Teacher jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$18.12–23.56/hr
- US median$18–21/hr531 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $20.84/hr, is 8% above the US median midpoint ($19/hr) — in the middle half of Preschool Teacher hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 904 open Preschool Teacher jobs across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Learning Care Group312 open
- Cadence Education (this employer)167 open
- Bright Horizons53 open
- Experience
- Preschool Teacher postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (164 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a high school diploma; 252 of the 904 open Preschool Teacher jobs (28%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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