Preschool Teacher; Pre-K 4's Room

Location: Webster Groves, MO

Job :192

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Christ Community Lutheran School is seeking a full-time Preschool Teacher for Pre-K 4’s to join our mission of transforming lives through Christ-centered education. This position carries primary responsibility for the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic formation of young children in a developmentally appropriate, nurturing, and faith-filled classroom environment, in partnership with colleagues, families, and school leadership.

The ideal candidate is a skilled, mission-aligned educator who is passionate about early childhood education, joyful and play-based learning, and the holistic development of young children within a distinctly Lutheran environment.

The Preschool Teacher will serve as the primary classroom instructor and will be responsible for:

• Planning, preparing, and implementing developmentally appropriate, play-based, and structured learning experiences aligned with CCLS curriculum and mission
• Creating and maintaining a warm, safe, and structured classroom environment that supports social-emotional growth and positive behavior
• Guiding students in foundational skills including pre-literacy, early numeracy, fine motor development, and social skills
• Observing and assessing student development and communicating clearly with families regarding progress and growth
• Fostering independence, self-regulation, and respectful interactions among students
• Leading and participating in faculty collaboration, professional development, and school community life
• Integrating faith formation into daily classroom life, including prayer, Bible stories, songs, and conversations about God’s love and grace
• Collaborating effectively with any classroom aides, specialists, and early childhood colleagues

• Valid teaching certification in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Demonstrated classroom management and instructional experience in preschool or early childhood settings
• Clear alignment with the CCLS mission, code of conduct, and statement of faith
• Membership in a Lutheran church congregation required
• Lutheran teacher diploma will be required within the first five years
• Rostered candidates will be issued a divine Call
• Faculty-level position with full-time salary and benefits
• Salary and step increases aligned with Missouri District compensation guidelines
• Concordia Plans benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, basic life, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and pension plan
• Employer matching contributions on 403(b) and health savings account (HSA)
• Health and wellness program for all staff regardless of health insurance enrollment
• Tuition discounts for children enrolled in our Early Childhood Education program
• Tuition assistance/waivers for children enrolled in our K-8 grades
• Tuition assistance for pursuing advanced degrees approved by school administration
• Professional development, mentor program, and monthly 1:1 coaching
• Traditional academic calendar with paid breaks plus plus paid sick days

This position offers a meaningful opportunity to shape children at a foundational stage of their spiritual, social, and academic development. As a Preschool Teacher at CCLS, you will have the professional autonomy to create a joyful, structured, and Christ-centered learning environment while being supported by a collaborative faculty and leadership team committed to excellence in Lutheran education.