Early Childhood Teacher (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, or Pre-K)
ElevatEd
Miami, FL
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Aftercare, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Early Childhood Education, Employee Retention, Kindergarten, Leadership, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
Miami, FL
POSTED
30+ days ago
About Us 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
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.
Position Overview 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.
What Success Looks Like in This Role Successful teachers at MARJCC Early Childhood Academy:
Build trusting, responsive relationships with children and families
Create calm, engaging classroom environments where children feel emotionally safe
Support children’s independence, curiosity, communication, and social-emotional development
Collaborate respectfully with co-teachers and colleagues
Approach classroom challenges with flexibility and professionalism
Communicate clearly and warmly with families
Participate actively in the school community and team culture
Continue growing professionally through coaching, mentorship, and reflection
Key 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
Qualifications We are open to educators from a variety of backgrounds, including:
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
Preferred qualifications:
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
Candidates must either:
Hold Florida DCF 45-Hour Training Certification OR
Be willing to complete the DCF 45-hour training within 6 months of hire
Compensation & Benefits We believe educators deserve to feel supported professionally and personally. Benefits include:
$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
Additional seasonal benefit: 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. Schedule Our school operates year-round and serves many families who utilize extended-day programming. Full-time schedules may include:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
We are also exploring additional flexible staffing models for support and afternoon coverage.
Why Join Us? At MARJCC Early Childhood Academy, we know that strong schools are built by educators who feel respected, supported, and cared for. We have worked intentionally to create a collaborative, relationship-centered culture where teachers feel valued as professionals and people. We believe in mentorship, flexibility, growth, and long-term investment in educators. This is meaningful work. Early childhood educators help shape children’s confidence, relationships, identity, and love of learning during some of the most formative years of life.
Apply Today If you are looking for a warm, collaborative school community where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on young children and families, we encourage you to apply.