Temple Sinai Preschool Teacher - Jewish Education

Preschool Teacher - Jewish Education

Company Name: Temple Sinai Preschool

Location: Denver, Colorado

Job Type: Full-time/Part-time

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Preschool Teacher to join our dynamic team at Temple Sinai Preschool, dedicated to providing high-quality Jewish education through constructivist learning principles. As a preschool teacher, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a love for learning, Jewish values, and community engagement among our youngest learners. *Teachers unfamiliar with Jewish culture, practice, and tradition will be provided with ongoing professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging, hands-on lessons that integrate Jewish values and traditions into the curriculum.
• Utilize constructivist learning strategies to encourage children to explore, question, and construct their understanding of Jewish culture, holidays, and values.
• Create a warm and inclusive classroom environment that respects and celebrates each child's unique background and learning style.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement developmentally appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth.
• Foster strong partnerships with families through regular communication and involvement in school events and celebrations.
• Assess children's progress and development through observations and informal assessments, adapting lessons and activities as needed.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all children in the classroom.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Jewish Education, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience in early childhood education.
• Familiarity with constructivist learning theories and practices.
• Knowledge of Jewish culture, traditions, and holidays (preferred), ongoing professional development will be provided.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Passion for nurturing young children's curiosity and creativity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plan options.
• Professional development opportunities in early childhood education, Jewish customs, values, and traditions and constructivist pedagogy.
• Paid time off, paid school breaks and holidays.