Early Childhood Teacher (Infants Room)
About The Position
Christ Community Lutheran School is seeking a full-time Early Childhood Teacher for the Infants Room to join our mission of transforming lives through Christ-centered education. This position carries primary responsibility for the spiritual, social, emotional, and physical care and development of infants in a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment, in partnership with colleagues, families, and school leadership. The ideal candidate is a skilled, mission-aligned educator who is passionate about early childhood development, responsive caregiving, and building strong, trusting relationships with infants and families within a distinctly Lutheran environment.
Requirements
- Valid teaching certification in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Demonstrated experience working with infants in a licensed childcare or educational setting
- Strong understanding of infant development, health, and safety practices
- Clear alignment with the CCLS mission, code of conduct, and statement of faith
- Membership in a Lutheran church congregation required
- Lutheran teacher diploma will be required within the first five years
- Rostered candidates will be issued a divine Call
Responsibilities
- Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate, relationship-based learning and care experiences aligned with CCLS mission
- Creating and maintaining a safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environment that supports healthy attachment, exploration, and growth
- Providing responsive, individualized care including feeding, diapering, soothing, and supporting healthy sleep routines
- Observing and documenting developmental progress and communicating clearly with families regarding milestones and daily experiences
- Supporting infants’ physical, social, emotional, and early cognitive development through intentional interaction and play
- Fostering a calm, predictable, and loving classroom culture that reflects God’s care and grace
- Leading and participating in faculty collaboration, professional development, and school community life
- Integrating faith formation into daily classroom life through prayer, gentle songs, and caring interactions that reflect God’s love
- Collaborating effectively with classroom assistants, specialists, and early childhood colleagues
Benefits
- Faculty-level position with full-time salary and benefits
- Salary and step increases aligned with Missouri District compensation guidelines
- Concordia Plans benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, basic life, 403(b) retirement savings plan, and pension plan
- Employer matching contributions on 403(b) and health savings account (HSA)
- Health and wellness program for all staff regardless of health insurance enrollment
- Tuition discounts for children enrolled in our Early Childhood Education program
- Tuition assistance/waivers for children enrolled in our K-8 grades
- Tuition assistance for pursuing advanced degrees approved by school administration
- Professional development, mentor program, and monthly 1:1 coaching
- Traditional academic calendar with paid breaks plus plus paid sick days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
