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We are now enrolling for the 2013 – 2014 school year.   

Enrolling for summer camp as well!

 The Willow Tree Preschool is an eclectic fusion of philosophies blending a respect for nature, with a focus on art, in a rich, lush, warm beautiful home environment created to meet the needs of the young child, developed with over 20 years of experience.

We are influenced by the progressive early childhood programs of Reggio Emilia, Italy and honor and protect this magical time of childhood. Play is at the core of everything we do, it is through playful exploration that real learning happens, creative thinking evolves, problem solving develops, and true connection and meaning is made; encouraging children to explore and build meaning through their experiences.

The preschool hours are from 9 am to 1 pm for children 3 to 5 years of age.

Check out our website at http://www.willowtreepreschool.com

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/Willow-Tree-Preschool/173664659338236

We would love to meet you and your child, contact us at kim@willowtreepreschool.com

 

Come visit Merry Montessori's new Primary House for our Open House Saturday, June 1st from 9am to 12pm.

Located at 4225 SE Woodward St. & 43rd in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Southeast Portland, our new space will house a foundational group of children ages 2 1/2 to 4 to begin our new Primary Program.

We will follow traditional AMI Montessori curriculum but are excited to also include Spanish language throughout the day with our children through songs, language works and through speaking Spanish with our classroom assistant.

Our primary program will be in an intimate home setting for the 2013-2014 school year with two guides and ten children, then grow out to a larger space for the following year with space for a larger group of children, eventually 20 to 25 children in total.

Come meet the guide and administrator and learn more about this exciting new community beginning this fall.

Visit our website at merrymontessori.com for more information!

 

 

One of our beloved families is moving so we have an opening for the 2013-2014 school year!

 At Heartwood Preschool, children learn in a safe, small, nurturing environment where they can develop independence, find out about other people and their cultures, and learn to accept and appreciate the similarities and differences among us. We encourage the children to maintain their natural curiosity and love of learning while participating in a structured play-based environment.

• Heartwood Preschool has been state certified since 2003
• We are an Eco-Healthy Child Care facility located in NE Portland
• We are a Certified Wildlife Habitat
• Community Garden plot 2 blocks away
• Exposure to Spanish
• Great ratio!  2 dedicated, loving teachers with a maximum of 13 children a day
• A close-knit community of families who maintain friendships long after their Heartwood years!
• Drama specialist from Shaking The Tree Theatre
• We are a Licensed Music Together Preschool!  Tuition includes weekly visits from a Music Together Specialist, CD's and songbooks, as well as Music Together gatherings for the whole family.

Tiny Revolution Montessori is an authentic Montessori early childhood program for ages 3 months to 6 years.  We are located at 2036 NE MLK blvd Portland 97216. Our entrance is on the backside of the Albina Community Bank building. We are currently enrolling babies into our Infant program.   

Our infant program offers a Montessori experience with trained, talented staff and beautifully prepared classrooms. We provide cloth diapers, organic food, and we also incorporate the Suzuki early education music curriculum. Foreign language is introduced to the children through our French and Spanish speaking teachers.  For more information or to schedule a tour please email us at tinyrevolutionmontessori@gmail.com

www.dragonflypreschoolportland.com
        

We are looking for one family to join our in-home Nanny-share. Currently, Mama Carissa cares for 10 month old Olivia and her own son Oliver, 11 months, 4 days a week at their inner SE appartment (near Buckman Elementary). The babes could use another similarly aged friend to play and explore with and this would enable quality nanny-based childcare to be offered at an accessible rate.

Ideally, we would like to find a friend 10-16 months old who would join us 3-4 days per week; some flexibility for the right family.

Carissa has worked in childcare for over a decade, serving both as a private nanny and a teacher in preschool. With a background in organic agriculture and extensive practice in food preparation and whole foods nutrition, she enjoys making meals and snacks for the children (also, experienced in special needs diets, i.e: vegetarian, gluten free).

At her home, Carissa enjoys maintaining a dynamic play and learning space as well as facilitating meaningful sensory-based projects and outdoor adventures. A journal is kept for each child to document daily events as well as the children's learning and development; pictures included.

If you are interested in the potential of joining our Nanny-share or would like to discuss details, contact Carissa directly at jollygreencar@gmail.com.

Thanks!  :) 

Safe, Clean, Media-Free Environment.

Loving, Experienced Care Givers.

The Northeast Community Child Development Center (NCCDC) has limited openings in our Preschool Program

Enroll now!

NCCDC is a unique parent-cooperative childcare center. We've been providing exceptional child-centered care and education in the same close-in northeast location for more that 30 years!

At NCCDC we....

• Focus on the children first
• Involve parents and staff in all aspects of the cooperative
• Make learning playful
• Value a diverse and tolerant environment
• Foster mutual respect
• Create a safe and beautiful place to play, learn and work

NCCDC features...

• a rich play-based curriculum
• a newly renovated outdoor play space
• full day care for children ages 1 to 5, two to 5 day per week schedules
• low child to adult ratio
• experienced, professional staff

Please visit our website for more information and to request a tour

http://www.pdxchild.org/

Or call us at 503-284-8797

Greetings! We are a small in home holistic state certified in home preschool & daycare looking for full time help. We will have up to 15 children a day & 3 (including you) teachers. It is a fun, joyful & peaceful environment. If you have had experience working with young children & feel it is a “calling” please consider working here. It is in a beautiful home, dedicated to serving the needs of young children & their parents. Please know about Waldorf/LifeWays education & RIE methods. We are looking for someone with good energy, joy to share & a peaceful attitude, honest, and very stable. You will also have to have strong leadership skills, be able to communicate well with co-workers & parents, be punctual & work hard. You must be in good health & able to lift up to 50Lbs. as well.

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter, Clark Family Center and Clark Family Center Infant and Toddler Annex.

Happy spring! My name is Alexandra Lewis. I am looking for a Full Time family or couple of Part Time families. Please take a look at my posting and contact me if you would like to chat : 720 352 4280, professionalalex@gmail.com, Love light and Blessings.

I am in need of a part time assistant for my small home daycare. Days/hours are approximately Wed and Thurs 10-1 and will need flexibility with this schedule as my schedule can change with very little notice. Pay is $10.00/hr. Must have reliable transportation, excellent driving record and childcare experience. This schedule will increase this upcoming Fall when school begins for interested applicants. Fall schedule will be: 10-1 and @145-@545. Long term inquiries only. Please contact Ami at amilindsey@comcast.net if interested in learning more. Thanks!

 

Mighty Oaks is currently accepting applications for our summer sessions (offered week by week) and for the 2013-14 school year.  Limited spaces will become available June 18th.  Contact us to schedule an informational tour! Visit our website at www.mightyoakspreschool.com or check us out on facebook at:www.facebook.com/mightyoakspreschool

St. James Child Development Center has a few select openings for Private Kindergarten for the 2013-2014 school year!  

Our program is unique, in that we will enroll children that have missed traditional Kindergarten cutoff deadlines in September, as long as they have their fifth birthday by December 31.  

Our small, full day program is lead by our fully licensed teacher that has been with our school for the past six years.  The class size is just 10 children, to allow maximum attention to each child's individual needs.  Children have opportunities for reading, writing, mathematics, social studies, art, science, and more each day!  Students are able to apply their skills in a variety of activities that are only possible in our small classroom environment.    

Nanny for hire, in my home or yours! 

I am offering care 4 days/week (flexible days) between the hours of 7:30am and 6pm. I’m looking for one or two little ones to join myself and my 4-month old beginning in July. 

My experience includes:

• 15+ years working with families as a childcare provider
• 5+ years as a Montessori  Classroom Assistant  in infant, toddler, and primary classrooms—most  recently with Portland Montessori Collaborative (www.pdxmc.org)
• 3 years working with families as a birth and postpartum doula
• CPR and First Aid  Certification, Oregon Food Handler’s Card, Criminal History Registry

Tumbleweeds Playschool is a small, in-home program for children ages 2-4.    At Tumbleweeds, children participate in songs, stories, dramatic play, gardening, baking, and art projects.  Hours are from 9:00am-1:00pm, and children may attend one, two, three or four days a week). Organic and homemade lunch and snack served.  Licensed childcare provider, Eco-healthy certified.  For more information, please check our website:  www.tumbleweedsplayschool.com or email me at wintry@tumbleweedsplayschool.com

Alberta Arts Area Morning Preschool

Hummingbird School is a space where children are encouraged to explore, interact, create, imagine and express themselves.  The program is designed to allow students to discover the world through play in an environment that is unhurried, loving and secure.  Our approach is child-led rather than teacher-directed.  Through free play and open ended art activities, children challenge themselves to work on the skills they need to learn and develop.  A focus on play and creativity also allows preschoolers many opportunities to interact with peers and practice emerging skills such as empathy, flexibility, problem solving and negotiating.

 

            

Established School with Experienced Teachers

Integrated Academics

Collaborative Problem Solving Approach

Free Play Foundation/Art & Music Focused

Democratic School

Daily Outdoor Activities

Spanish & Sign Language

 

For more information visit our website at www.hummingbirdschool.com

or contact Kelly at 503-750-0500 to schedule a visit

 

 

Hi, thanks for stopping by. . .

I am offering in-home childcare in my close in east side home with a big yard. I am a mother to a 28 month old son and am currently serving a mentorship with the Children's Museum (Opal School), to learn from their phenomenal practice. I have been providing child care for over a year to four families with a child to me ratio of 2:1 and I am ready to expand our circle of friends by one or two additional kids. I am hoping to find children close to my son's age so that they can learn and grow together. For info about my education, etc, please scroll down to nuts+bolts section.

We're looking for someone to take full-time care of our 17-month-old son this summer at our house in inner-NE Portland.

Our kid is playful and engaged. He’s active and can play at the park for an hour, but he also likes long walks in his Ergo or stroller. He loves to play in nature, dance, sing, and cuddle. Sometimes he loves to read. He also loves our big dog (who is an important part of our family).

As parents, we like Dr. Sears, but have read Dr. Ferber; we think kids' activities should be dictated by their interests, but aren't afraid to encourage or shape those interests.  We are looking for a nanny who will bring calm, compassion, and humor to the job.

Our son has been in a nanny share this year, so we’d be open to sharing with one or two other kids.

If you think you might be a good fit, we'd love to meet you and contact your references.  Please email nshfox@gmail.com

Hello mamas! I am going to be coming available mid June to watch your infant or toddler. I currently work mornings watching a sweet 2 year old, and occasionally her 4 year old sister as well. In the afternoons I work as a mental health therapist for children. I have many great family references, and am reliable, energetic and spunky! I am looking for a single child to watch long term, my place or yours. I live in the Arleta area in SE right next to Mt. Scott park! Please email me if interested! Eyeirish@yahoo.com

We have a 9-month-old girl and have lined up a wonderful, loving nanny who is great with infants. Now we just need a family to share with starting on June 3rd. We live in Roseway (NE PDX) and work in Old Town and Vancouver. We need to share M-Th, roughly 8:30 to 5:30. If these details pique your interest, let me (Dan) or Jana know and we can start a conversation.

Thanks!

Dan: danielrobertrivas@yahoo.com

Jana: janagastellum@yahoo.com

Looking for a part-time nanny (25-30 hours per week) to start July 8. We have three kids (ages 3, 7, and nearly 10), but the position will mainly involve watching our youngest (the 3 year old) starting in the fall. The schedule would be as follows:

• Summer (July, August and first half of September). M-F, 9am-3pm (though we do have some flexibility with hours) and would involve watching all three kids, helping with swim lessons (last two weeks of August), preparing lunch and snacks, taking them on outings, and just generally keeping them active and having fun.
• Fall. Once school resumes for the two oldest (early September) the position would primarily involve watching the youngest during the day, and picking up the two oldest from school at 2:15 (across the street). And once preschool starts for our youngest (TuTh 9-11:30 or 1), the hours would change to MWF 9-3 and TuTh 11:15ish-3 or 12:45ish-4 (TBD).

The kids are very creative and active – they love playing make-believe, art projects, adventures, and anything else that keeps them busy. We live near many great activities (Wallace Park across the street, and NW library and Forest Park trails a few blocks away) and have easy access to public transportation (streetcar, MAX and bus). We have membership to Children’s Museum and OMSI, and you are welcome/encouraged to come up with other fun adventures. My husband and I both work from home offices, so being able to keep the kids busy is key.

We are looking for someone with experience with a wide age range. Someone who is active themselves, has limitless energy to chase a toddler, while at the same time being able to engage school-aged kids. Previous nannying experience a must. Non-smokers preferred.

If interested, we would love to hear from you. Please include in your description, where you live in the Portland area, whether you drive and are you comfortable driving a child(ren) around, the typical rate you charge (note that we do taxes, withholdings, etc.), and finally, what you envision the term of the position to be (short- or long-term). Thanks, Emily (emander15@hotmail.com)

The Love and Giggles Playhouse has a few openings left! We have a couple of openings for age two - five for full time care ( four - five days per week), or part time care ( three days per week. I am located in the SE Portland- Woodstock area ( close to 52nd & Woodstock). We are a state certified childcare with a preschool curriculum. I have seven years' experience, spotless record, great references, and I love my job!!

Please CLICK HERE to visit our website.

Our Waldorf-inspired preschool is searching for a part-time assistant/lead teacher for the summer (6/4-8/22).  We are a small in-home school, offering half and full day care.  The position includes working three days a week as an assistant with 12 children, and alone as a lead teacher in the afternoon with 5-6 children.  

 *There may be an opportunity to continue working with us next year, which we can discuss at the interview.

The Job:

In the morning you will be busy leading table activities and assisting the lead teacher in:  monitoring/documenting play, facilitating problem solving meetings with children, helping guide children through transitions and joining in the fun!

In the afternoon you will work alone with 5-6 children, (One of the Co-Directors will be available to help, if needed).  The afternoon program includes nap, outside play, snack, inside free play clean up and focused activities. The position also includes half an hour of cleaning at the end of the day

We are looking for someone who can commit to this schedule and is available to work the entire summer. 

We have two remaining spots for two more fabulous preschoolers to join us for the next school year! We are a small home-based school on Mt. Tabor, focusing on outdoor and garden education.  We are open 9-1 Mondays through Thursdays, year round.  Please visit our website at www.littlehandsgardenschool.com to learn more about us.  Visitors are welcome Wednesdays at 10:15 to view the school.  You can email us at littlehandsgardenschool@gmail.com or call Erin Cowan, MA Ed. at 503 481-5189 to schedule your visit!

 

I will have one opening in my small home daycare beginning this summer.  Ratio 3:1, M-TH 8-4.  Outings/outside play everyday, all healthy meals and snacks included and rate is $10.00/hr.  Please contact Ami at amilindsey@comcast.net if interested in learning more.  Thanks!

Tabor Kids Club, a registered in home childcare, is now accepting children ages 2-5.

I am a registered in home child care provider with over 14 years of experience.  I offer child care in my North Portland home from 7:30-5:30 Monday -Friday.  We are located near Rosa Parks & Trillium elementary school.

We are expecting our first child in July and will need childcare starting in late August/early September.  We live in Tigard and I work at Portland State, so preferably somewhere close to our home or on that side of town.  We are open to a nanny or nanny share, home-based care, or similar.  Care may be part-time at first as I may be able to work a flex schedule, but eventually we will need full-time.  I can be contacted at kelesc@gmail.com  Thanks!!  ~Kelli

Hi mamas!

I am a 22 year old college student looking for part-time employment (25ish + hrs/wk) with a new family. I am currently a nanny for preschool-age twins, but still have a lot of free time in my schedule. I have been committed to this family for over a year. I am available Mon. anytime after 12:30, 7:30-12:30 on Wed. and all day TTHF. There is room for this position to become full-time through September, but would require further discussion.

We are looking for someone to watch our daughter 2 days a week starting in June. She will be 3 months old at the time. We are in inner SE Portland and are open regarding location (we work in NE
and downtown and would be happy to take her somewhere in one of those areas.) The specific days of the week are flexible, to be worked out together. Our ideal would be to share a nanny with another family but we are open. We are looking for someone with plenty of infant experience and references. If you are a family with a nanny to share or are a nanny open to PT work please contact Andi at andicurry@gmail.com. 

Hi There!  

My name is Sara and I am a Waldorf inspired teacher. My time with children has taught me how to slow down, find playful moments in every moment, and to stay present, loving, and kind.  I have created a sweet little spin off of my former preschool, that I created and taught at for the past 3 years, in the form of a nanny share. 

When my kids started grade school, I invested a pretty penny in buying the Crocodile Creek BPA-free lunch boxes. Even after losing several, I purchased replacements. After several years of daily use, I think it's time to retire my son's lunchbox. It's become tattered from washes, and getting moldy! The problem is, I am bothered that it has not held up over the years and now the potential adverse health effects of a moldy lunchbox outweighs the eco-consciousness of have a reusable container. What am I to do, throw it away? Repurpose it? Any suggestions for a more durable replacement?

 

Join Teacher Megan for a fun, informal evening of Q & A at Peninsula Children's Center. She'll talk with you about our curriculum (centered around The Creative Curriculum, a nationally recognized, developmentally appropriate, research-based curriculum framework), and show your her great classroom and our large, fun playground learning environments. She looks forward to meeting you and answering your questions on Wednesday, May 8, from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. at our main campus 4720 North Maryland Avenue, Portland, OR 97217. Please rsvp to our Co-Director of Education for Preschool and School Age Programs Amber at amber@penchild.org or 503-280-0534, ext. 33.

The accredited Violet Garden Waldorf Preschool in Sellwood is now accepting applications for the 2-day  and 3-day preschool programs, parent-child classes and "Positive Parenting" adult evening classes.  Contact for more info and to schedule a visit.  503 230 0089, honoryourchild@yahoo.com

                      

          Merry Montessori is a four year-old home Montessori program in Southeast Portland that specializes in low impact, eco-conscious infant, toddler, and primary programs that support the whole child.  Our trained guides connect children with themselves, their peers and their world by helping them gain skills in independence, socialization and  focus.

We currently have a full infant toddler program and are excited about opening our new Primary Program in fall 2013 for ten children ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 and 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 (with previous Montessori experience).  Our new Primary Program will offer a Spanish-English language curriculum and experience, as we believe opening up children's language options opens up their world. 

If your child is mostly potty trained and ready to begin school in the fall we will begin offering visits to our new home program May 3rd and will host an open house May 3rd and will have an open house Saturday, June 1st from 9am to 12pm.

Please go to our website to learn more about our school!     merrymontessori.com

   Warm and wonderful Golden Day Nursery School is now enrolling for Summer as well as the Fall 2013-2014 school year.  We are a small in home preschool program, welcoming children ages 1 1/2 to 4 years old.  We offer full or part time care, with a great ratio of six children and two teachers. Your child will feel happy and secure in this home away from home environment, with warm healthy meals, activities, circle and story time with puppetry, outdoor play rain or shine, and friends.   We are located in the family friendly neighborhood of Sellwood, at Share It Square.  Please see our website for more information at: Goldendaynurseryschool.com or call Ms. Indira at: 503-583-7349 

Heart in Hand Preschool is a Waldorf certified preschool in the Alberta Arts neighborhood since 2002!

In a lovely little cottage surrounded by a native playgarden children enjoy creative play time, homebaked bread and daily puppet plays.

Please call to arrange a visit and check out Green Bean Books calendar for monthly puppet plays!

We also offer a summer camp in August and Parent Child classes during the school year!

Pay a 'pretent visit' now at heartinhandpreschool.com  

My family and I are looking for another family to join us for a nanny share!

We are looking for another child to share 3 days per week with our nanny, Justine.  This arrangement will ideally begin May 3^rd.  We would like a 2 month commitment.  Here are some more details:

Where?   We would like to have the care take place at our house in NE Portland (Fremont & Sandy).   I work from home, which is great to have another adult on the premises.  However, we would be open to entertaining other possibilities.

When?  Mondays, Tuesdays, & Fridays.  Currently, we have care for 7 hours per day from 8:45 to 3:45.  However, we could entertain longer hours or a shift in either direction for the actual time.

Looking for part-time care for 8.5 month old infant while I work from home or occasionally run errands away from home.  Probably 8 hours a week to start, potential to increase.  Also potential for weekly date night babysitting if interested.  Ideally hours would be split over 2-3 days, in 3-4 hour periods of time.  Flexible on which days of the week and whether hours are in morning or afternoon.  Would also consider child care swap with someone looking for similar care in the area.  I live in close in SE, near 48th and Hawthorne.  Email is best, fisher.a.kelly[at]gmail.com.  Thanks, Kelly

Let your child explore, create and learn at grandma's place. We're proud to present four convenient Portland locations: Center Village, Rose Quarter, Clark Family Center and Clark Family Center Infant and Toddler Annex.

Hi urbanMamas-

I just wanted to take a minute to tell you about a new preschool opening in the Alameda neighborhood. The Magic of Dance Preschool is a home based, dance and arts based preschool. We believe that children learn from all of their interactions in the world and as such, we strive to provide an environment that caters to all of their senses.

College Nannies are active, safe & caring role models. There is simply no substitute for someone who can actively engage and have fun with your children. When your children are well cared for, parents can relax. We offer: Full-Time | Part-Time | Occasional childcare services.
Email or call for more information:
www.collegenannies.com | 503.334.2161