Assistant Teacher
Jewish Community of Louisville
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.