After‑Care Early Childhood Educator — Playful Learning

ElevatEd; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Continuing education

Job summary

The Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center in St. Louis is seeking a caring educator to plan fun, kid-centered activities that spark curiosity and learning.

You will guide young children through play, creativity, and hands-on experiences, while collaborating with a supportive team and families.

Qualifications

• Must love working with children.
• Willing to learn about child development and best practices.
• Familiarity or openness to learning/teaching about Jewish traditions, holidays, and values.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Create fun, engaging learning experiences based on children's curiosity.
• Guide learning through play, creativity, and hands-on activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support a team-based environment.

Skills

Love children

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Willing to learn

Job description

About Us

The Saul Spielberg Early Childhood Center (SSECC) is a nurturing and inclusive learning community grounded in Jewish values and the belief that every child enters the world with unlimited potential and an innate desire to learn. Our mission is to cultivate creative, self-directed, and inquisitive learners by fostering a sense of belonging and encouraging exploration through developmentally appropriate, child-centered experiences.

Position Overview

In this role, you’ll work closely with the children to create fun, engaging learning experiences based on what they’re curious about. You’ll help guide their learning through play, creativity, and hands-on activities.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with young children, is open to learning, and wants to be part of a supportive, team-based environment. If you’re passionate about helping kids grow and explore the world around them, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits

• $15.00 - 17.00an hour, based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Must love working with children.
• Willing to learn about child development and best practices in early childhood education.
• Familiarity or openness to learning/teaching about Jewish traditions, holidays, and values.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).