ECC Toddler Lead Teacher

Valley Beth Shalom’s Early Childhood Center (VBS ECC), a vibrant synagogue program in Encino, is expanding and we are looking for an experienced lead teacher to inspire and care for children ages 2-3 this Fall (and optional Summer) 2023. Ideal candidates will be energetic, collaborative, innovative, warm, committed to Jewish values, with experience transitioning toddler aged children, and have a solid background in developmentally appropriate, emergent and play-based curriculum. Half and full day positions available. Hebrew speaker a plus.

Responsibilities include:
- Curriculum planning, implementation, documentation and reflection
- Assessment of children’s developmental needs and goal setting
- Ongoing collaboration with teaching teams, administration, Temple staff and families

Qualified Candidates must possess:
- Effective oral and written communication
- Flexibility, creativity and the ability to see the world through childrens’ eyes
- Curiosity and a joy for life-long learning
- Minimum 24 core ECE units (CA Child Development Teaching permit and/or BA in Early Childhood or Child Development preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years experience as lead or co-lead teacher

Actual hourly wage will be determined by our salary matrix, and will vary based on education and years of experience.

Come join us! Spend your days working in a supportive and playful environment. We care for teachers, respect their individual talents, support them in achieving work-home balance and invest in their professional growth. Forward resume and brief personal introduction to Renee Kalmanson, ECC Assistant Director, at [email protected]