Early Childhood Educator, Creve Coeur, MO
Join Our Teaching Team at the J!
Are you a creative, collaborative educator who believes in the power of community, curiosity, and compassion? Come work with us!
At the J’s Early Childhood Center, we do more than care for children—we nurture wonder, spark joy, and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Rooted in Jewish values and inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, our classrooms are places of exploration, relationships, and deep respect for children as capable, curious learners.
We’re currently hiring full-time early childhood educators to join our passionate, supportive teaching community. Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced professional, if you’re excited to co-construct curriculum, partner with families, and grow your practice in a meaningful way, we’d love to meet you.
Why Work at the J?
Because we take care of our people. Really well.
💰 Sign-on Bonus: $750 for Full-Time / $250 for Part-Time
🍽️ Paid Lunches
🏃♀️ Free Fitness Membership – Includes group classes, babysitting while you work out, and discounts on personal training and massages
🧠 Professional Development: Learn and grow in Reggio-inspired pedagogy and Conscious Discipline
🎭 Free Tickets to cultural arts and theatre events
📚 Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
🧡 Warm, inclusive workplace culture rooted in community and kindness
🏥 Outstanding benefits for full-time staff: medical, life, disability, pension, 403(b), vacation & sick time, and more
What You’ll Be Doing:
Co-constructing curriculum alongside children, families, and colleagues
Creating an environment that reflects children's ideas and voices
Planning and leading parent-teacher conferences
Fostering strong, respectful relationships with families
Collaborating with teammates to build a joyful, responsive classroom culture
Engaging in reflective practice and professional learning
What We’re Looking For:
A love of young children and a deep respect for their ideas
Prior experience working with children in a classroom or caregiving setting
A high school diploma or GED (college coursework in early childhood a plus!)
A willingness to pursue 9 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (we’ll cover the cost!)
Enthusiasm for Reggio Emilia and/or Conscious Discipline is a bonus
Must be 18+, with or willing to obtain MO Family Care Registry registration, TB test, and Hep A vaccine
Our center is licensed by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and accredited by the State of Missouri. We care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years, offering a nurturing, values-driven environment that reflects our commitment to excellence in Jewish early childhood education.
Why wait? Apply today and become part of something meaningful.
For more information, visit www.jccstl.org