Job Description
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: Part-time - Afternoon
- 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
Job Tags
Part time, Flexible hours