Assistant Teacher

Jewish Community of Louisville

Jewish Community of Louisville

Louisville, KY, USA
Posted on Mar 28, 2026

Assistant Teacher – Early Learning Center
📍 Trager Family Jewish Community Center (JCC)

Make a Difference Every Day

Founded in 1890, the Trager Family Jewish Community Center (JCC) is a nonprofit dedicated to enriching lives through wellness, education, and community connection. Our Early Learning Center-located in the modern Roth Family Education Center-serves 165 children in a warm, engaging, and developmentally focused environment.

If you're passionate about working with young children and want to be part of a supportive, mission-driven team, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive pay + $750 New Hire Bonus
  • Benefits starting Day One
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • Free full JCC membership
  • Low child-to-teacher ratios
  • Supportive, inclusive team culture

Your Role

We're hiring Assistant Teachers for our Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Pre-K classrooms. In this role, you'll help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

What You'll Do

  • Build positive, caring relationships with children
  • Support daily routines and classroom structure
  • Encourage learning through play and exploration
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom
  • Track and communicate children's daily activities and progress
  • Collaborate with lead teachers and staff

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in early childhood education (preferred)
  • Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate practices
  • A patient, nurturing, and positive attitude
  • Ability to actively engage with children (floor play, lifting, etc.)
  • Must meet state licensing requirements (background check & training)

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
  • 2+ years early childhood experience (preferred)

Join a Team That Cares

At JCC, you're not just taking a job-you're becoming part of a community that values compassion, growth, and connection.

👉 Apply today and help shape young lives in a meaningful way.