Preschool Teacher-2-3 year old class

Job Description

Job Description

At Micah Children's Academy, we believe childhood should be filled with wonder, exploration, and joyful learning. Our collaborative team of educators is passionate about creating meaningful experiences where children thrive through play, connection, and curiosity.

We are looking for an experienced teacher to join our full-time, salaried team (M-F: 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. )with a 30-minute lunch). You'll have the opportunity to nurture and inspire children ages 2–3 while working alongside exceptional educators who are committed to excellence, creativity, and building a warm, supportive school community.

What We’re Looking For:

• A warm, positive professional with strong knowledge of early childhood development and preschool teaching experience 

• Someone who values play-based learning and supports children’s natural exploration

• A team player eager to collaborate, communicate, and grow

• Reliability, kindness, and a passion for creating a safe, joyful environment

If you’re ready to be part of a supportive, mission-driven school that feels like family, we’d love to meet you!

No Nights or Weekends. Set Schedule. Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off. Guaranteed hours.

Lead with confidence and warmth in a 2–3-year-old classroom, creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Use strong classroom management skills to guide behavior, set clear expectations, and support children through challenging moments with patience, consistency, and connection.
Understand the developmental needs of toddlers and recognize that challenging behavior is often communication.
Create meaningful learning experiences through play, exploration, hands-on experiences, and developmentally appropriate practices.
Support the whole child through social-emotional learning, relationship building, independence, and opportunities to develop self-regulation.
Observe, document, and respond to children's individual needs, interests, strengths, and developmental growth.
Collaborate closely with your teaching team to create a consistent, calm, and well-managed classroom.
Build meaningful relationships with children and families and communicate with warmth, professionalism, and respect.
Embrace our Jewish values-based, play-centered approach , helping children develop a sense of community, compassion, curiosity, and belonging.
Bring energy, flexibility, and a sense of humor to the wonderfully busy and sometimes unpredictable world of toddlers!

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED; must be at least 18 years old.
• At least six months of experience at a licensed early childhood education center (preferred).
• Must pass a background check.
• Must complete CPR and First Aid training within 90 days (if not certified).

About Micah Children’s Academy:
Micah Children’s Academy, located on a beautiful and expansive property, serves children ages six weeks through Pre-K in a Jewish values-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired environment. Our vision is to provide age-appropriate, play-based learning that integrates the best of early childhood education theories and research-based practices. We focus on nurturing the whole child, fostering growth in all developmental domains through creative, problem-solving, and discovery-based activities. While our program is rooted in Jewish values, we warmly embrace and celebrate students from diverse backgrounds, faiths, and interfaith families. Each day is enriched with opportunities for children to construct their own knowledge through art, sensory experiences, music, movement, a love and awe of nature, math, and science, creating a rich and inclusive learning environment.

 

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in creating a thriving, supportive community for children, families, and educators alike. Apply today!