EEC Certified Lead Teacher

Kesher is a community-based, Reggio-inspired Jewish Learning Center, with a strong foundation in social justice, Hebrew, and the arts. We serve a diverse population of both families and staff. You do not need to be Jewish or fluent in Hebrew to be a part of our community and team!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Caring for students of varying needs, backgrounds, and developmental levels
• Classroom design, organization, management, and upkeep
• Team teaching and some coaching for staff new to the field of Early Childhood Education
• Facilitating outdoor play in our urban setting and throughout the neighborhood
• Maintaining and contributing to the health, safety, and cleanliness of your classroom and shared spaces
• Parent outreach and communication including conferences, documenting student work/development, and planning/participating in Kesher community events 
• Attending team and school-wide staff meetings 
• Ongoing professional development and attention to best practices and growth in the field of Early childhood Education

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field of Study

EEC Teacher certification or current CDA, 

Proof of completed Child Development course 

A minimum of 3 years experience in an early childhood classroom setting

Background in Jewish Education and knowledge of conversational Hebrew a plus but not required

Strong desire to be reflective in your practice 

Enjoys greatly working with others to create a loving and nurturing environment for child growth and development

Compensation: 

$21.00-$25.00 an hour

Schedule Possibilities:

• 9am-5:30pm M-Th
• 9am-3pm F

Or

• 8am-5:30pm M-T-W
• Th off
• 8am-3pm F