Pre-K Teacher

Temple Emanuel, a Conservative, fully egalitarian congregation affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism, is home to the largest Jewish congregation in New England. With a rich array of religious, cultural, social, and educational programs, Temple Emanuel is an integral part of the Newton community and beyond. More information is available at www.templeemanuel.com.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, EEC-certified Pre-K teacher to join our dynamic team at Temple Emanuel Preschool. If you have a passion for early childhood education, a love for Jewish learning, and a desire to shape the minds of young children as they prepare for kindergarten, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Classroom Instruction:

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons focused on early childhood development, including arts and crafts, free play, storytelling, and Jewish curriculum.
• Teach foundational kindergarten readiness skills, such as identifying numbers, letters, and basic social skills.
• Implement a structured classroom environment to support children’s learning and growth.

• Curriculum Development:

• Participate in weekly joint curriculum planning sessions to collaborate on lesson plans and activities for the following week (Monday through Friday).
• Integrate Jewish teachings, including holidays, Shabbat, Israel, Hebrew language, and simple Hebrew prayers, into daily classroom routines.

• Judaic Education:

• Lead children in chanting Hebrew prayers daily, including brachot (blessings) before meals and those associated with Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
• Incorporate simple Hebrew words and phrases into songs and lessons, and engage children in Jewish holiday storytelling and activities.
• Commit to learning Hebrew songs, prayers, and Jewish stories to effectively teach and enrich the curriculum.

• Classroom Management:

• Maintain a positive, nurturing, and inclusive environment that supports each child’s individual growth.
• Foster an atmosphere of respect, cooperation, and learning within the classroom.

• Collaborative Responsibilities:

• Be present for all scheduled teaching hours and after-school planning sessions.
• Work extended day until 5:30 p.m.

Experience and Qualifications:

• EEC (Early Education and Care) Certification.
• Experience in early childhood education, preferably with Pre-K children.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and teaching strategies for kindergarten readiness.
• Knowledge and passion for Jewish customs, traditions, and Hebrew language, with a willingness to incorporate these elements into the classroom.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to create a warm and welcoming learning environment.

Additional Information:

Competitive Salary and full benefits include health insurance, life insurance, disability, 401k retirement with match, and PTO.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.