Job Description

Are you creative, joyful, energetic, and nurturing? Join our warm and vibrant community at Temple Sinai Nursery School (TSNS), where we believe in the magic of childhood and the power of play! Temple Sinai Nursery School, a NAEYC accredited, Reggio-inspired, play-based program in Upper Northwest DC is seeking experienced educators to join our faculty for the 2025-2026 school year!

At TSNS, teachers work together to facilitate a culture of collaboration, curiosity, wonder, community, and joy. We offer a vibrant learning environment for children ages 18 months through five years, focused first and foremost on supporting social-emotional development and learning through hands-on exploration and play. Our faculty is the heart of our program, shaping an exciting array of experiences for learning and growth, fostering the development of deep friendships, and forging trusting connections between home and school.

We are looking for teachers who:

· Are fascinated with young children's ideas and find joy in their play

· Establish positive, trusting relationships with families

· Attend to the safety of children at all times

· Have excellent observational and communication skills

· Work as part of a teaching team and remain calm under pressure

· Display a growth mindset, incorporating feedback to grow as professionals

· Possess strong planning and organizational skills

· Are committed to professionalism, and treat children, family members, and colleagues with dignity and respect

· Other nursery school duties as may be assigned

Qualified applicants for Teaching positions will have an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (minimum of 12 semester hours in early childhood); at least two years of experience working in a preschool setting; an interest in learning more about the Reggio Approach; and a desire to work in a warm Reform Jewish community (but do not need to identify as Jewish).

This year, we are seeking teachers for the following positions:

· Extended Day Teacher (10am-6pm)

· Extended Day Assistant Teacher (12pm-6pm)

· “Core Morning Program” Assistant Teacher (8:15-2:15pm)

· Resource Teacher (8am-3pm)

Temple Sinai Nursery School offers competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

If interested, please apply to join our faculty by submitting a thoughtful cover letter and resume.

Job Type: Full Time OR Part Time

Salary: $31,000 to $61,000 depending on role, scheduled hours, and education credentials

Benefits may include:

· 401(k)

· Dental insurance

· Temple Sinai employee membership discount

· Flexible schedule

· Flexible spending account

· Health insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid time off

· Parental leave

· Professional development assistance

· Vision insurance

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday

· Days off include federal holidays, Jewish holidays, Winter & Spring Break

· Occasional evening or weekend events based on the school calendar

· Teacher orientation begins on August 20th

· School Year ends on June 5th for teachers

Experience Required

1-2 years