Happy Steps Preschool

10/14/2026

We were having so much fun, I forgot to take pictures of Malcolm opening presents and doing the sticker activity! He asked for a Toy Story theme and popsicles for the treat for everyone, so that's what we did! Everyone had a lot of fun. Happy birthday, Malcolm! We love you! 💕🎂💕🥳

10/10/2026

Happy Steps Preschool is hiring!

We are a preschool-style child care program run from a home that has been turned into a preschool. We are licensed at the highest level and have 16 students daily with three teachers. Strong child care and educator skills are a must!

We are seeking experienced teachers (and will train the right assistants into teachers) who excel in leading children ages two through five -independently and as a team- providing clear expectations and boundaries, being consistently nurturing and attentive, and supporting and guiding socio-emotional development with our students and their peers. We align with Preschool Pyramid Model and Conscious Discipline and focus on supporting the self-esteem, confidence, and skill building of each child.

***We are inclusive, secular, and a fragrance-free facility.

We are seeking someone who genuinely loves working with children, is reliable, and is highly competent in this kind of work. ALL employees must uphold the rules of the Licensing Division that we have to follow, found here:https://www.oregon.gov/delc/providers/CCLD_Library/CCLD-0085-Rules-for-Certified-Family-Child-Care-Homes-EN.pdf

Pay is $21-$22 for assistants
$23 for teachers
$24-$25 for lead teachers

You can learn more about our benefits package of five weeks of vacation pay, 12 paid holidays off, sick PTO, tuition discount, retirement fund, flexible scheduling, anniversary bonuses, and healthcare benefits, read the job descriptions, and learn how to apply on our Careers page: https://www.thehappystepspreschool.com/career-opportunities.html #/ (You must have clearance in the Central Background Registry to interview, and the link to apply is on this Careers page.)

***We are also seeking substitutes.

Please share and help us spread the word!

10/10/2026

Special Monday hours: Enjoy free admission in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day! Celebrate 14,000 years of Native culture in Oregon—from the First Americans at Paisley Caves to the dynamic cultures of today's Tribes.

10/10/2026

Reminder that we're closed on Monday! Closures are always mentioned in the monthly newsletter (and academic calendar, parent handbook, and website). Thanks, and I hope you enjoy your weekend!

10/04/2026

For October and November, our themed area has become set up for learning about reptiles and dinosaurs this month! 🦕 🦖

10/03/2026

Enjoying a warm fall day! 😚

09/26/2026

$23-$25 Happy Steps is hiring for an experienced teacher!

Must be experienced in leading children ages 2-5, providing clear expectations and boundaries, and skilled in supporting and guiding socio-emotional development. We are seeking someone who genuinely loves working with children, is reliable, and highly competent in this kind of work.

Pay is $23-$25 and you can learn more about our vacation pay and other benefits, and how to apply, on our Careers page!

https://www.thehappystepspreschool.com/career-opportunities.html #/

Please share and help us spread the word! 😃

***We are also seeking substitutes.

Pay is determined using our set pay scale of $18-$25 per hour, and depends on your experience, skill, and position. Lead teachers make more than assistants, for example, and have much more...

09/23/2026

I only got one photo because we were *busy,* but the children colored autumn puzzles, today, and are bringing their pieces home in a little bag to hopefully avoid losing them. 🍂☺️🍂

09/16/2026

Happy Steps is hiring for a full-time teacher (or part-time, if preferred)!

Must be experienced in leading children ages 2-5 and skilled in supporting and guiding socio-emotional development. We are seeking someone who genuinely loves working with children, is reliable, and highly competent in this kind of work.

Pay is $22-$24 and you can learn more about our vacation pay and other benefits, and how to apply, on our Careers page!

https://www.thehappystepspreschool.com/career-opportunities.html #/

Please share and help us spread the word! 😃

***We are also seeking substitutes.

Pay is determined using our set pay scale of $18-$25 per hour, and depends on your experience, skill, and position. Lead teachers make more than assistants, for example, and have much more...

09/14/2026

We are hiring for one more substitute teacher to join our team who can also work Fridays! You can learn more at https://www.thehappystepspreschool.com/career-opportunities.html #/

Substitutes will be working with another teacher and must be able to prevent all licensing violations, must be reliable and trustworthy, and be must be consistently attentive, kind, and supportive with our students.

We are seeking someone who understands the importance of guiding children in their interactions with each other, setting up the environment to best support the children's needs, and scaffolding learning and development.

Pay is $21-$23, depending on experience and skill. Must be experienced with children ages two through five years old.

Pay is determined using our set pay scale of $18-$25 per hour, and depends on your experience, skill, and position. Lead teachers make more than assistants, for example, and have much more...