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Mount Tabor Cooperative Preschool (MTCP) has started accepting applications for the school year beginning September 2009 in both our Junior (3 year old) and Senior (4 year old) classes. We are happy to arrange a tour of our wonderful school upon request.

MTCP is a 59 year old developmental, play-based, cooperative preschool. We endeavor to provide a wide variety of experiences to accommodate a child's interests and needs as individuals and as members of a group. We provide opportunities that stimulate social skills and promote self-esteem. Mt Tabor Preschool is an Eco-Healthy Child Care program certified by the Oregon Environmental Council.

If you are interested and would like more information please:

Visit our website www.mttaborpreschool.org or call us at: 503-914-1988.

Mt. Tabor Preschool values diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, socio-economic status, family

Enrollment has now begun in The Violet Garden Waldorf Certified & Accredited Preschool and Parent-Child classes. Located in the Sellwood Neighborhood, Southeast Portland.  We offer a 3 day/week preschool and aftercare program for children ages 2 1/2 to 4 1/2. We also offer a parent/child class 1 day/week. Please have a look at our website  violetgardenpreschool.com

For more information and to schedule a visit please contact Jody Bothe 503-230-0089

Rivendell Preschool is a registered family child-care center. I offer a full day program, from 8:30 -5:30, to provide a dynamic learning experience for children of parents who want to be able to go to their jobs knowing that their little ones are thriving in a safe, nurturing, loving and natural environment. Every day, I post an entry summarizing the day’s activities: the books we read, the songs we sang, the art we created, the highlights of our outings, the antics of the rabbit…I include pictures and sometimes short video clips. Parents don’t have to guess and wonder about what their children are doing all day.

Rivendell welcomes children ages 3 to 5. It is designed to be a bridge between the cozy family and later school environment, where children gradually learn how they fit into larger groups, how to work and play together, make friends, and prepare for kindergarten or first grade.

Respect and Kindness are the two fundamental values I seek to model and encourage regarding others.

Creativity and Integrity are the two fundamental values I seek to model and encourage regarding oneself.

Rivendell is an old house with hardwood floors. It has a big light living room where most of the action happens, an art studio in the basement, a garden in the back, and a wonderful park right across the street. Almost all of the toys are made from natural materials, the food is organic, and there is no TV.

Read more about Rivendell at rivendellpreschool.com and contact me to schedule a visit.

Cara Austin

Tel: 503.283.2432

Email: cara@rivendellpreschool.com

Hi! We have a fabulous nanny that we would like to share with another family a few days a week. Jessy is a caring, nurturing nanny that has been watching our almost-18 month old daughter for about 6 months. We would love to find another family that has a child of a similar age that would like to join Jessy and our daughter a few days a week (ideally M, W, and Th). We live in the Laurelhurst neighborhood and Jessy currently works for us between 7:30 am and 4:45 pm. If you're interested and would like to talk further, please get in touch with me at jen.wigal@gmail.com.

Our close in NE playgroup/nanny share had one or two openings available starting in March.  We are three families with 3 year olds who weren't quite ready for preschool because of late in the year birthdays, but we still wanted our little ones to have the socialization and the benefits of preschool activities. So we have a wonderful creative nanny that comes to one of our homes from 8:30-12:30 on Wednesdays and through play and exploration or kiddos get a great learning day and the parents get a morning off. Our nanny has excellent refrences and I have known her as a childcare provider for over 3 years. She is fun and dedicated and the children love her leaps and bounds.  The price for is $20 for the 4 hours. 
 
Some of the activities include...storytime, dancing and music exploration, nature walks, art time, and lots of imaginative play. 

If you are at all interested and would like to chat a bit more, please email ddstubee@gmail.com or ebholla@lycos.com

Play-based with a child-centered approach!  We are currently participating in a program through Neighborhood House's Child Care Community Fund Program which is providing us with super parent support and staff enhancement.  This can be seen in our program in a number of ways including scholarships for parents and staff incentives for increasing their core knowledge in Early Childhood Education (currently the majority of our staff already have their Bachelors Degrees). 

We have space available in our preschool program and our infant center.  We are not your typical sterile-looking center.  We are located in an old house that was gutted out and remodeled into a private school.  Our site is well-used and well loved.

Give us a call at: 503-626-1061 to schedule a tour.

www.littlecottagepdx.com

I am trying to find some reviews on Bethany Village montessori.  Anyone on this forum know anything about Bethany Village Montessori first hand or know someone that has their kids at Bethany Village.  Any info would be much appreciated. 

We toured the place but there is only so much you can get from being there for 30-45 mins.

Thanks,

Haritha

Have you heard or read about Montessori education but don’t quite "get" what it's all about? Want to learn more about this teaching method that emphasizes adapting the child's learning environment to his or her developmental level, and of the role of physical activity in absorbing abstract concepts and practical skills? You may want to attend an open house at Providence Montessori Open House on Feb. 21. More info is below. Feel free to let me know if you have questions or if you need any additional information.

Providence Montessori Open House for the 2009-10 School Year - February 21st Come join us for a tour and meet staff, parents and children of our school on Saturday, February 21st from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 503-215-2409 to RSVP and bring your child to discover the Providence Montessori experience!

In addition to the preschool classes for fully toilet-trained children ages 2-1/2 to 6, Providence Montessori is offering a lower Montessori elementary program beginning Fall 2009 for children ages 6 to 9. Placement preference will be given to current students who have completed three years of primary Montessori education. The program will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with before and after care options available. For more information call our school at 503-215-2409.

My daughter is expecting her first baby early in March and will have to return to work when her baby is eight weeks old.  She is looking for in-home infant care three or four days a week near her job which is just off hwy 26 at Cornelius Pass Road.  Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated.  Also any comment about the benefits/liabilities of in-home vs institutional care.  Thank you.

kathy    kathyb@aracnet.com

I would am looking into moving my child to a downtown KinderCare because it has openings.  Does anyone have any views/feedback.  Also, are there any other downtown daycares that don't have long waiting lists?

Creative Minds Learning Centers are preschools for children ages 2-5 years and are committed to providing a successful learning environment for the social, emotional and academic development of the children we nuture. Each child's individual abilities and interests are given free expression so that education is a natural development of their life. All schools are Eco-certified, State certified and offer a structured program featuring High Reach Curriculum, organic meals and snacks, enrichment opportunities such as music, dance, cooking classes, science and so much more. All of our schools offer semi annual Preschool conferences and complete the school year with a graduation ceremony in June. We offer a fantastic summer program as we are open convenient hours, year round.

We are excited to announce that we are having an Open House at all three campuses on Saturday, 2/28 from 10:00am- 12:00 pm. Our Gateway school is located at: 334 SE 146th Avenue, Portland 97233 (between Stark and Burnside), our Woodstock school is located at: 7103 SE 60th Avenue, Portland 97206 (off 60th and Duke Street) and our newest school, the Broadway school is located at: 8340 NE Broadway, Portland 97220 (off 82nd Ave).

If you are looking for a change or are looking for an excellent school for your child, please bring the family and come visit us and meet some of our teachers! Please be sure to ask about our current incentives being offered! Check out our website to learn more about us: http://www.CreativeMindsLearningCenter.com

Call us if you would like to schedule a private Meet and Greet with your child at one of our schools: (503) 252-0004 ext. 1

Anyone in Portland looking for either a regular babysitter or a nanny? I'm a 21-year-old girl who finished her degree at PSU in December. I'm pursuing an internship that would begin in May and am looking to make ends meet between now and then.

I have 11 years of experience as a childcare provider and have had many different arrangements with parents and their children. I have been a "mother's helper," a once-in-a-while date night babysitter, a four-day-a-week overnight nanny for a nurse, and a "mom for the weekend" for parents who hadn't had more than a night away since their second was born. I really enjoy being around little ones and am comfortable with children from infant to teen age.

For personal transportation, I ride my bicycle, which is an Xtracycle. I ride safely and defensively, don't ignore traffic laws and can haul 2 children. If you're more comfortable, I can drive your car; I have a clean driving record. I'm also very comfortable getting around with TriMet. 

I grew up in a breastfeeding and cloth-diapering household and so I am comfortable with both. I have experience cooking organic, vegetarian, vegan, raw vegan, gluten-free and local foods. I'm also good at warming up leftovers or frozen food! I will discipline (or not) based on the way you parent your children.

My hours are very flexible, as long as I'm given adequate notice. 

If you're interested, please send me an e-mail at paigecolbert@gmail.com and we can get in touch. I have many references; Just ask and I'll be able to give you contact information.