Early Childhood Teacher (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, or Pre-K)

ElevatEd•Miami, FL

2d•$17 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

MARJCC Early Childhood Academy is a growing Jewish early childhood program serving children from infancy through kindergarten. With 11 classrooms and four additional classrooms currently under construction, we are expanding thoughtfully while maintaining the warm, relationship-centered culture our educators value. Our program is grounded in four core pillars: Play-based learning, Child-centered education, Jewish values, and A warm, loving environment. Inspired by relationship-based learning, Reggio Emilia influences, and hands-on exploration, we believe children learn best when they feel safe, respected, connected, and genuinely known. We are proud of the strong community we have built among both families and educators. Over the past four years, our school has maintained approximately 90% staff retention while continuing to grow. We are seeking nurturing, dependable, collaborative educators to join our teaching team in infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-k classrooms. This role is ideal for both experienced educators and emerging teachers eager to grow in early childhood education. We care deeply about professionalism, warmth, flexibility, and willingness to learn. If you are reflective, relationship-oriented, and excited about helping young children learn through play and exploration, we would love to meet you. Jewish background knowledge is welcome but not required. Approximately half of our educators are Jewish and half are not.

Requirements

Hold Florida DCF 45-Hour Training Certification OR Be willing to complete the DCF 45-hour training within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Experienced early childhood educators
Assistant teachers ready to grow professionally
Career changers interested in early childhood education
Emerging educators pursuing CDA or ECE credentials
Educators with experience in camps, nannying, aftercare, or youth programs
Experience working with young children
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Warm, calm, and dependable presence
Ability to adapt and collaborate in a growing school environment

Responsibilities

Create developmentally appropriate classroom experiences grounded in play and exploration
Support children’s social-emotional, physical, and cognitive development
Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment
Build positive partnerships with families through daily communication
Collaborate with co-teachers, specialists, and leadership team members
Participate in school events, meetings, and professional development opportunities
Follow all licensing, health, and safety requirements
Help create a classroom culture rooted in kindness, curiosity, and respect

Benefits

$17 - $23 an hour
Paid Jewish and federal holidays
Paid winter break closure
Paid Passover/spring break closure
Paid professional development days
Opportunities for coaching, mentorship, and ongoing professional growth
Support through Teach Florida for CDA, bachelor’s, and master’s degree pathways
50% discount on children’s tuition, aftercare, enrichment programs, and JCC activities
Complimentary staff lunches every Thursday
Monthly staff breakfasts and appreciation initiatives
Flexible summer scheduling through our “build your own adventure” summer camp model
Opportunities for advancement within a growing school community
Strong leadership support and collaborative team culture
Teachers are paid during school holiday closures.
Staff who choose to work designated mini-camp weeks during winter or Passover breaks receive additional pay for those weeks.