ECC Teacher

Kehillat Israel Early Childhood Center Teacher

Kehillat Israel Reconstructionist Congregation of Pacific Palisades (KI) is seeking a dynamic, and collaborative preschool teacher to join our team of educators at the Molly Steinsapir Early Childhood Center (ECC).

Our school is inspired by a combination of emergent, constructivist, and Reggio Emilia philosophies, with a heavy emphasis on the Outdoor Classroom model and our Jewish values and traditions driving our curriculum and culture. In everything we do, we strive to engage the interests and skills of each individual child.

Our educators provide nurturing guidance through modeling and positive teacher-student relationships. We are looking for preschool teachers who want to get to know their students, care about them, and see them as individuals. Every educator is an integral part of our staff.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of our ECC Director and Assistant Director, provide supervision of, and safety for, young children aged between 18 months and 5 years. Apply KI’s ECC school philosophy to direct developmentally appropriate skill growth while meeting students’ individual needs. Observe all rules and policies set by the organization, the Director, and the local, state, and federal agencies. This is a full-time position as a floater that has the potential to move into a co-teacher position.

Qualifications:

• Meets all requirements of child care regulatory agencies, including any credentials for early childhood education
• Energetic, creative, responsible, flexible, and loves working with children
• Has knowledge of the social and emotional needs of young children
• Has a positive approach to work and collaborating with colleagues
• Possesses strong organizational and communication skills
• Works well as part of a team
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Previous preschool teaching experience preferred

Work Schedule:

• This is an onsite, non-exempt, full-time position
• 10:00AM - 5:00PM, Monday - Friday

Physical Requirements:

• This position involves frequent up and down movement, standing, sitting, walking, and occasionally lifting up to 40-50lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals.

Salary Range:

• Between $24.00 - $30.00 per hour. Actual pay will depend on a variety of factors including education, skills, and/or experience.

Benefits (subject to organization policy and plan documents):

• Health Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

COVID-19 considerations:

• Children and staff are currently expected to self-screen prior to entry into school if symptomatic or have known exposure
• Provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (as allowed by law)

Inclusivity:

Kehillat Israel is an inclusive Jewish community, which honors diverse religious and spiritual backgrounds. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s protected characteristics. Kehillat Israel also complies with all applicable legal requirements with respect to hiring including the Fair Chance Act.

To Apply:

Please email your resume (including any age groups you have taught in the past) and 2 professional references along with a cover letter ECC Director, Alana Levitt at: [email protected].