Education Assistant - Elementary

Education Assistant (FT)

It takes a team to educate a child. Teachers are crucial, but so are the staff who do the critical work of organizing, implementing, caring, communicating, and so much more. If you value the impact Christian education can have on our next generation of leaders and influencers and want to be part of the team that makes it happen, apply to join the Portland Christian staff.

Position:
Education Assistant (FT)

Responsibilities:

Responsible for providing support for classroom teachers in kindergarten – grade
5. This support includes giving instruction (the actual teaching), paperwork (such as grading) and lesson planning. Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, and gymnasiums, or on field trips. Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.

Work with the classroom teacher and/or the principal on behavior modification and personal development programs for individual students.

All PCS employees are expected to fully engage in the stated mission of the school, "in partnership with the home and church, Portland Christian Schools equips the next generation to grow in faith, excel in learning, and impact the world for Christ." Must be willing to sign the PCS Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Statement. A background check will be run after a preliminary offer of employment is made.

Work Week and

Hours:

20 hr/wk when school is in session

Contract Term: 2026-27 academic year

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Current state teaching license preferred but not required
• ACSI certification within 30 days of hire
• A minimum of one year of work experience in an elementary school system

Pay: $17.50/hour

Benefits:

Partial tuition benefit - Early Childhood Care