Early Childhood Teacher - Infant

Early Childhood Teacher - Infant (Education) Position Summary

HaLev Early Childhood at the J is seeking an infant teacher at the Sabes Center in St. Louis Park. Our infant teachers are warm, gentle, flexible, and patient, and have experience caring for children ages 6 weeks to 16 months. Infant teachers have the opportunity to support children to develop independence, build strength through uninhibited play, and develop a healthy sense of self and safety in a strong community of loving caregivers.

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Provide high-quality care to our children and families in a manner which reflects the mission and values of the Minnesota JCC.
• Challenge each child to reach their potential, and guide their activities academically, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
• Meet the daily needs of the children through caregiving activities such as diapering, meals, and napping.
• Assist in the room maintenance to keep the classroom and center a safe, clean, and loving environment.
• Assist in rotating classroom materials regularly based on the observed interests of the babies, HaLev Early Childhood at the J monthly Jewish themes, and children developmental stages.
• Foster relationships with families through daily communication regarding activity, growth, and development.
• Complete evaluations and conduct fall and spring parent-teacher conferences.
• Work with assistant teachers and aides in the classroom to form a positive, supportive environment.

• Health and Dental Insurances
• Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• HSA with employer contribution of up to $1,000/year
• Flex Spending (Health and Dependent Care)
• 403(b) company match and employer contribution
• Free Gym membership, access to indoor and outdoor pools, discount on personal training
• Discount on Childcare at our Early Childhood Center (full-time staff)
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Flexible Holidays/year plus company Paid Holidays