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Early Childhood Educator (Infant-Preschool) | Reggio-Inspired Program

$19.25 - $25 per hour
Full-time

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Moriah Early Childhood Center (ECC)
About Us
Moriah Early Childhood Center (ECC) is a Reggio Emilia–inspired, Jewish early childhood program serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Rooted in Jewish values, we cultivate a learning environment where curiosity, creativity, and relationships are at the center of everything we do.
At Moriah ECC, educators:
  • Partner with children as co-learners and collaborators
  • Engage in reflective, inquiry-based teaching practices
  • Build strong, respectful relationships with families and colleagues
  • Contribute to a documentation-rich, experiential learning environment
We are a warm, collaborative community where teachers are supported, valued, and encouraged to grow. Position Overview
We are seeking Early Childhood Educators who are:
  • Passionate about child-centered, inquiry-based learning
  • Inspired by Reggio Emilia or emergent curriculum approaches
  • Warm, reflective, and relationship-driven
  • Collaborative team players who value community and connection
This is an ideal opportunity for educators who want to grow professionally in a dynamic, reflective learning environment. Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with teaching teams to design engaging, emergent curriculum
  • Observe and document children’s learning to inform classroom experiences
  • Foster children’s curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills
  • Build strong, responsive relationships with children and families
  • Create nurturing, inclusive classroom environments
  • Maintain classroom health, safety, and organization standards
  • Participate in reflective practice and team collaboration
  • Uphold school policies and maintain confidentiality
Qualifications
  • Associate’s Degree with a minimum 6 credits in Early Childhood Education - Required
  • Experience in early childhood education preferred
  • Strong understanding of child development principles
  • Familiarity with Reggio Emilia or play-based learning a plus
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Warm, flexible, and growth-oriented mindset
Compensation & Benefits
  • $19.25–$25/hour, based on experience
  • Health insurance (majority employer-paid)
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Paid time off, including:
    • All Jewish holidays
    • Winter break
    • Spring break (1 week)
    • 8 additional paid days off
  • Daily free lunch (kosher meals)
  • Snacks and treats provided
  • Reduced tuition for staff children (if applicable)
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
Why Moriah ECC?
  • Reggio-inspired, inquiry-based learning environment
  • Strong culture of collaboration and reflection
  • Supportive leadership and team-oriented workplace
  • Opportunities for meaningful professional growth
  • A community where educators are respected and valued
Job Details
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Work Location: In-person
Apply Today
Bring your curiosity, creativity, and care to a school where learning is alive, relationships matter, and educators grow alongside children every day

 

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