Afterschool Teacher

Portland, OR

Part Time

PJA - Afterschool

Entry Level

Job Title: 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)

Benefits

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

Qualifications

We welcome applicants from a variety of backgrounds. If you’re passionate about working with youth, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements:

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.

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