ECE Twos Teacher

Jewish Community Center Association of Indianapolis Inc • Indianapolis, IN

1d • $15 - $18

About The Position

The Twos Teacher works with children ages 24 through 36 months and collaborates with the twos and early preschool teaching team to create a safe and loving environment. With warmth, patience, and understanding, the teacher fosters children’s social and emotional development through play experiences during group and individual learning. The role includes developing an emergent learning environment, maintaining classroom routines and records, and providing responsive care and active supervision.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Preferred credentials include a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with at least 6 college credits in Early Childhood Education; an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education; or a Child Development Associate (CDA).
• At least 2 years of experience working in an Early Childhood Education program preferred.
• Must be able to lift and carry young children up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with at least 6 college credits in Early Childhood Education.
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Child Development Associate (CDA).
• At least 2 years of experience working in an Early Childhood Education program.

Responsibilities

• Respond to each child’s individual needs and develop supportive relationships with families.
• Develop an emergent learning environment implementing The Creative Curriculum, Early Learning Foundations, and Sheva Center Framework.
• Plan and maintain a consistent routine and manage the classroom using supportive, positive redirection.
• Maintain accurate daily records and document children’s developmental progress and interests using the Remini communication platform.
• Provide care and active supervision, responding to needs as they arise and maintaining a physically and emotionally safe learning environment.
• Embrace and model the JCC Internal Service Standards of Respect, Gratitude, Communication, The Golden Rule, and Ownership/Accountability.

Benefits

• PTO, including paid national and Jewish holidays, vacation, and personal/sick time.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) matching contributions.
• JCC-paid life and long- and short-term disability insurance.
• JCC membership and discounts on programs and services.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Free lunch and snacks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED