Early Childhood Teacher - Preschool

Early Childhood Teacher - Preschool (Education)

HaLev Early Childhood at the J is seeking a preschool teacher at the Capp Center in St. Paul. Our preschool teachers are warm, gentle, flexible, and patient, and have experience caring for children ages 3 to 5 years. Preschool teachers have the opportunity to support children to develop independence, build vocabulary, prepare children for kindergarten and develop a healthy sense of self and safety in a strong community of loving caregivers.

The Capp Center is located on public transportation routes.

• 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 toileting, meals, and napping.
• Assist in the room maintenance to keep the classroom and center a safe, clean, and loving environment.
• Rotate classroom materials regularly based on the observed interests of the children, 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.
• Develop and implement age‑appropriate curriculum.
• 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