Early Childhood Educator (InfantPreschool) | Reggio-Inspired Program

Salary :

$19.25 - 25 hourly

Company : Elevated

Job Type : Full Time

Deerfield, Il

Job Description - Early Childhood Educator (InfantPreschool) | Reggio-Inspired Program

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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