Assistant Teacher - 2's Nursery School Classroom (PT)

Job Listing: Part-Time Assistant Teacher (2's Nursery School Classroom)
Location: Brotherhood Synagogue Nursery School, NYC
Position: Part-Time Assistant Teacher
Age Group: 2-Year-Olds
Start Date: September 2, 2025

About Us:

The Brotherhood Synagogue, located on Gramercy Park, is the largest Jewish congregation in downtown New York City with 800 member units. It is an independent, progressive community following the Conservative tradition. This combination allows the Synagogue to honor the spiritual and ethical heritage of the Jewish faith and celebrate the deep commitment and wide diversity of their membership. Brotherhood is a very special place - the beautiful, warm, and welcoming atmosphere provides a home for many synagogue activities, meaningful spaces for prayer and for celebrations, education for children of all ages, classes for adults, social outreach and other programs which support and enhance the community.

Brotherhood Synagogue Nursery School is a Reggio Emilia-inspired educational environment located within our synagogue. We are committed to fostering a nurturing, creative, and inquiry-driven atmosphere where children’s curiosity and developmental needs are met with respect and care. Our Jewish values guide our daily interactions and provide a foundation for building meaningful community relationships. We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our team in our 2’s classroom

Position Overview:
As an Assistant Teacher in our 2’s classroom, you will work closely with the Lead Teacher to provide a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for young children. The ideal candidate will have a passion for early childhood education and be committed to creating a dynamic, play-based learning experience that aligns with the Reggio Emilia philosophy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing the Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum.
• Foster a warm, welcoming, and respectful classroom environment.
• Assist in observing, documenting, and reflecting on children's progress and experiences.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Provide one-on-one support and guidance to children as they explore and engage in activities.
• Help maintain a safe and organized classroom.
• Collaborate with the teaching team to plan and prepare materials and activities that align with children’s interests and developmental needs.
• Encourage independent learning and creativity through hands-on exploration.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with young children (preferably in a nursery school or early childhood setting).
• Knowledge of Reggio Emilia principles or a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Must be reliable, punctual, and flexible.

Hours:

• Part time- Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30-1:00 pm

Compensation:

• Expected salary range $30,000-$35,000, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity for professional development and growth within the school.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected] and put in the subject line “Assistant teacher position.”

 We look forward to hearing from you!