Lead Teacher

Beth El Synagogue; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Full benefits package (dental, vision,

HSA & FSA

Job summary

Aleph Preschool, housed in Beth El Synagogue in St. Louis Park, MN, is seeking a dynamic Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves teaching children from 16 months to 5 years, fostering a love of learning and a strong sense of identity within a Jewish educational setting.

The position is full-time, 12 months, with a salary starting at $43,500 per year. DHS Lead Teacher qualification and related MN rules apply; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be DHS Lead Teacher qualified as per MN Rules Part 9503.0032.
• Experience in an early childhood classroom preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach preschoolers aged 16 months to 5 years in a nurturing environment.
• Engage children in activities that foster identity, curiosity, and learning.
• Communicate effectively with families and colleagues.

Skills

Professional communication

Judaism knowledge

Teaching strategies GOLD

Creative Curriculum

Education

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Lead Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year

Beth El Synagogue Aleph Preschool

Location: St. Louis Park, MN

Type: Full-Time, 12-month, Salary

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm, Friday 8:00am-4:00pm

Salary: From $43,500.00 per year

Job Description:

Aleph Preschool, housed in Beth El Synagogue in St. Louis Park, MN, is seeking a dynamic, caring, nurturing, and experienced individual to teach in our preschool. This teacher will interact with children as young as 16 months up to 5 years old. Aleph Preschool helps children establish a strong sense of identity, develop a passion for learning, and help to cultivate their instincts to positively impact the world. This individual would play a key part in making this a reality for our students.

Requirements:

• DHS Lead Teacher qualified: see link for required qualifications 9503.0032 - MN Rules Part
• Minimum one year experience as a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom (preferred)
• Experience with professional written and oral communication
• Knowledge of Judaism, Teaching Strategies GOLD, Creative Curriculum
• Minimum of an associate’s degree (preferred)
• Passionate about working with young children and their families
• Ability to participate and engage in all classroom activities (lifting up to 30 lbs, sitting/kneeling on the floor, diapering, etc.)

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Generous paid time off, sick time, bereavement pay
• All federal holidays and conservative Jewish holidays as paid days off
• 401(k), 401(k) matching, Retirement planFull benefits package including dental, vision, health, HSA, and FSA