Portage Private Industry Council, Inc, Ravenna, Ohio
About
At Portage Learning Centers, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer opportunities to change lives. Working with us means playing a vital role in shaping the future of young children and their families. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:
- A Meaningful Mission: As part of Head Start, you’ll help children from low-income families build a strong foundation for success. Our comprehensive programs support school readiness, health, nutrition, social-emotional development, and academic growth—so every child gets the best start possible.
- Growth and Development: We invest in our team! From specialized training in early childhood education to workshops on health, safety, and family engagement, you’ll gain valuable skills and advance your career while making a real impact.
- Stronger Communities, Brighter Futures: Our programs are deeply rooted in the local community. You’ll have the chance to connect with families, collaborate with organizations, and build lasting relationships that make a difference.
Roles
- Teacher Floater - Head Start Preschool & Early Head Start
- Minimum of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in ECE or a related field, with at least 4 courses in child development
- Classroom experience with preschool children preferred
- $19.75 per hour with an associate’s degree
- $21.13 per hour with a bachelor’s degree
- Teacher Assistant Floater
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
- Must obtain CDA within 2 years (company-paid)
- Classroom experience with preschool children preferred
- $15.50 per hour with an HS Diploma or GED
- $16.12 per hour with a CDA
- $16.97 per hour with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in ECE or a related field
- Teacher Assistant (Part-Time)
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
- Must obtain CDA within 2 years (company-paid)
- Classroom experience with preschool children preferred
- $15.50 per hour with an HS Diploma or GED
- $16.12 per hour with a CDA
- $16.97 per hour with an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in ECE or a related field
- Substitute Teacher
- High School Diploma or GED
- Classroom experience with preschool children preferred
- Must be available on-call
- $15.35 per hour
- Substitute Bus Driver
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current and valid Ohio CDL Class B with S and P endorsements
- Experience with preschool children preferred
- Must be available on-call, split-shifts before and after school
- $17.48 per hour
- Nurse
- RN with current Ohio license, preferred
- Minimum of two years experience in health care, required
- Knowledge of pediatric health care issues and/or prenatal care, required
Benefits
- 100% Paid Professional Development – Invest in your growth with fully covered training opportunities.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Personal leave, sick leave, and vacation for year-round employees.
- Paid Holidays – 11 for full-year staff, 6 for academic staff
- Work-Life Balance – Academic staff have winter, spring, and summer breaks!
- Excellent Health Benefits – 90% employer-paid health insurance, plus dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage for full-time employees.
- Retirement Support – SIMPLE IRA retirement plan (after one year of employment).
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness – Eligible PLC employees qualify for this federal student loan forgiveness program.
- Employee Development Funds – Additional support for your professional growth (after one year of employment).
Contact
Main Office: 145 North Chestnut St Ravenna OH 44266 Phone: 330 297-7795 Fax: 330 297-8740 Atwater: 1464 Industry Rd Atwater OH 44201 Phone: 330 947-1144 Kent: 200 North Mantua St Kent OH 44240 Phone: 330 676-9531 Fax: 330 676-0594 Ravenna: 4833 Harding Ave Ravenna OH 44266 Phone: 330 297-1662 Fax: 330 297-1698 Streetsboro: 1880 State Rte 303 Streetsboro OH 44241 Phone: 330 626-1819 Fax: 330 626-2652
Volunteer
Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Whether you’re a high school or university student, part of a local organization, or simply someone with a passion for helping others, we welcome you to volunteer with us at Portage Learning Centers! Volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission to provide quality early childhood education and family services. Whether you’re assisting in a classroom, helping with events, or lending a hand in other ways, your time and effort will have a meaningful impact on young children and their families.