The PJCC Preschool is looking for seasonal teachers to join our community of innovative, early childhood educators.   

We are proud to provide the highest quality early childhood education to the children in our care.  We follow a play-based co-constructivist philosophy with an emphasis on emergent curriculum.  Children are encouraged to explore and make meaning of the materials and world around them through hands on experiences. 

A typical day at our school consists of welcoming the children and families into our warm and inviting environments, outside play that invites children to strengthen their motor skills, and classroom exploration of varying materials that encourage curiosity.  The children enjoy lunch and nap/rest during their day as well as programming with our Physical Education, Music and Garden specialists.  

Throughout the day teachers observe and actively listen to children with the intention of building relationships and curriculum based on their findings.  Creating curriculum from the children’s interest ensures the learning is meaningful, connected and engaging.  Using teacher reflection, we deepen our growth as educators, adapt the curriculum as needed to reflect the children in our classroom, and connect the children’s experiences with Jewish values.   

Our teachers are committed to being lifelong learners alongside the children.  We offer multiple opportunities to develop and grow within our PJCC community and the larger community as well.  We have 3 mentor teachers on staff and a Curriculum Coach to support our team.

Two of our core Jewish values, Hachnassat Orchim (Welcoming All) and Kehillah (Community), are heavily weaved in the culture of our school.   We believe in building a community through respect, relationships, and play.   

Overview of the Role:

The role of the Preschool Seasonal Associate Teacher is to support the teacher in creating a warm, inviting and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.  Under the guidance of the teacher, collaborating on curriculum design and relationship building.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assists teacher in creating a classroom environment that supports the needs of each individual child with concerns for their interests, individual learning style and stage of development.
• With teacher support, plans individual and group activities to stimulate the children’s growth in language, social, emotional, math and motor skills.
• Incorporates learning about Jewish holidays, values, and culture into the classroom environment.
• Supports the children in development of self-efficacy and autonomy, including the practice of self-care. Supports children in toilet training as needed.
• Prepares healthy snacks for children and supports children with meal time.
• Supports teacher in family communication including email, in-person conversation and annual parent-teacher conferences.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  Dates of Employment: June 11-July 25, 2025

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or Associates degree or equivalent, in Child Development, a plus
• 12 core units of approved Early Childhood Education (Coursework to include: Child Growth & Development, Curriculum, Principals & Practices, & Family and Community) OR completed 6 core units with 6 in progress
• Associate Teacher permit, preferred
• Knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions, a plus
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word; processing software; and perform email functions

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to:

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear
• Frequently required to sit
• Occasionally required to climb and/or balance
• Alternates periods of strenuous activity with per