Portside Learning Center

Sneak Peek! Something Extraordinary Is Taking Shape at Portside

For weeks, children have been creating, teachers have been painting, and auction pieces have been quietly taking shape behind the scenes.

In just a few days, it will all be revealed.

Next Wednesday, June 3, our Portside community will come together for an evening celebrating creativity, childhood wonder, and the incredible work of our children and teachers.

More than 700 masterpieces created by Portside children

The debut of The Portside Collection — one-of-a-kind furniture and keepsake pieces created through collaboration, creativity, and hundreds of little hands, fill those bid sheets!

🎤 Our first-ever LIVE AUCTION featuring our very own Ms. Karina as Auctioneer and Mr. Eric as Portside's official "Vanna White", with special pieces and experiences.

What could possibly happen when you hand a microphone to Ms. Karina and put Mr. Eric in charge of showcasing auction items?

✨ Join us Wednesday night and find out. ✨

Every bid helps support an incredible opportunity: sending Portside teachers to the NAEYC National Conference in Washington, D.C. this December.

📍 1364 Washington Avenue (just 2 miles from Portside). Enter through the front door of the North Deering Congregational Church and head downstairs, look for the Art Show signs.

Art Show & Silent Auction: 5:30–7:00 PM

Live Auction Begins: 7:00 PM

We can't wait to celebrate with you and have you see all your children have been doing.

We would love to hear from you give us a call. You won’t regret your decision.

🌿 We’re Hiring at Portside Learning Center! 🌿

We’re growing—and looking for the right people to grow with us.

Portside Learning Center is hiring:
✨ Team Toddler Teacher
✨ Team Early Preschool Teacher

This isn’t just a job. It’s a place where:
✔️ Your team shows up for you on the hard days
✔️ You’re supported, respected, and valued
✔️ You’re part of a true work family
✔️ You get to spend your days outside, in all seasons, with incredible children

For over 40 years, Portside has built a community where children, families, and educators thrive—and our parent community is something really special.

💛 We’re looking for someone who:

Loves to have fun
Is team-oriented and positive
Brings a “can-do” attitude
Wants to be part of something meaningful

💰 $19–$23/hour (depending on experience)
📍 Portland, Maine

✨ Benefits include:

Medical & Dental
Paid Holidays, Vacation & Earned Time Off
401(k)
Monthly Bonus (based on MRTQ level)
Paid training & ongoing professional development

No perfect resume required—we’re willing to train the right person.

If you’ve been looking for a place where you’re truly supported… this might be it.

📩 Message us, email us [email protected] or call us at 207-712-6055 to learn more!