2's Assistant; Early Childhood Assistant Teacher - Part Time

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CCLS is always accepting applicants for faculty and staff positions. Current openings are listed below.

Position:2's Assistant (Early Childhood Assistant Teacher) - Part Time

Location: Webster Groves, MO

Job :215

# of Openings:1

Webster Campus

Part-Time, 12:00pm - 5:30pm

2's Room (2-year-olds and 3-year-olds)

Start Date:
August 4, 2026

Christ Community Lutheran School has an opening to join our Early Childhood Education team as a Part-Time Assistant Teacher in our 2's Room . The ideal candidate will have experience caring for toddlers and preschoolers, including older two-year-olds and younger three-year-olds. As an Assistant Teacher in our ECE program, you have a direct impact on precious little ones... as well as young, new parents and even whole families.

Is this role for me?

This role may be perfect for you if you:

• find joy in working with little ones
• feel called to share the love of Jesus
• naturally collaborate in team settings
• enjoy an academic feel to an ECE program
• crave mentorship and monthly check-ins
• thrive with professional development goals and seminars

• Lutheran school in suburban St. Louis, Missouri
• 700+ students in Infants through 8th Grade
• 20 classrooms in ECE program
• 4 campus locations:
  Crestwood, Webster Groves, Glendale, Kirkwood
• Strong leadership team and extra subbing support for teachers and assistants
• Provides professional development, mentoring, cross-training, and growth opportunities
• Nationally recognized High-Achieving Blue Ribbon School
• NLSA School of Distinction

• Christ Community Lutheran School transforms lives through Christ-centered education.

• CCLS will nurture each child through the Gospel to live the faith and share the Good News of Jesus Christ in an innovative environment of academic excellence.

• People-focused
• Future-directed

• Assist lead teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children
• Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
• Assist with diapering, feeding, and other basic care needs
• Use technology for professional development and communication with parents and team members
• Collaborate with lead teacher and other staff members to create a positive and supportive team environment
• Stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

• Standard part-time hourly schedule is 12:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. (27.5 hours per week)
• Open to considering a full-time schedule with full-time benefits (such as 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
• Start Date:
  
  August 4, 2026
• Annual Cycle: position typically runs August 1 through June 1 (ten months)
• By default, June and July are off work (no duties/no pay)
• Summer employment also available (optional)

• Associate's degree or higher preferred
• Experience working with toddlers and preschoolers
• Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Passion for teaching and working with children
• Alignment with CCLS mission and statement of faith

• Hourly pay rate $16.00/hour ($17.00 if Bachelor's degree completed)
• Part-time employee benefits include disability, life insurance, 403(b) with 50% match, and pension
• Tuition discounts/assistance for worker's children enrolled in our school
• Full-time positions additionally include health insurance plan (medical, dental, vision, and HSA)

Christ Community Lutheran School transforms lives through Christ-centered education.

CCLS will nurture each child through the Gospel to live the faith and share the Good News of Jesus Christ in an innovative environment of academic excellence.