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ElevatEd

Early Childhood Educator/Floater, Creve Coeur, MO

ElevatEd, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Job Description

Job Description

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/floaters

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 Work four 10 hour days with an hour paid break daily - 7:30 am-5:30 pm. 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

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