Early Childhood Teacher
About This Role
This support staff member position at St. Saviour's Church Nursery School in Old Greenwich offers $30 – $40/Hr. The role requires the necessary professional qualifications.
St. Saviour’s Church Nursery School, an NAEYC accredited program, seeks a qualified and experienced early childhood teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. A teacher who is enthusiastic about learning new ideas, values collaboration, and promotes family and community engagement is ideal. Above all, a caring and respectful manner with young children is essential.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
What You'll Do
The early childhood teacher will work as a co-teacher in a Three's classroom. The teaching team will oversee the daily operations of an early childhood classroom with 10-12 children. With a children's age range of 2.9-3.10 years old in September, the team will develop and execute a plan based on the school's curriculum and the CT ELDS. The team will also conduct authentic assessments of the children. Our curriculum follows a cycle of inquiry using the Project Approach and The Storybook Journey. Please visit our website at sscns.org for more information.
This nine-month position mirrors the Greenwich public school calendar from September to early June. On-site hours are 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some flexibility for weekly planning, age-level meetings, staff meetings, and professional development.
Requirements
Requirements:
- Experience in an early childhood or kindergarten classroom
- Minimum of an Associate's degree in education
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Familiarity with the CT ELDS and CT DOTS is a plus, as is experience in an NAEYC accredited program.
- Skills including digital apps like Google Drive and Docs
- A desire to continue learning through professional development
Required experience:
- Minimum teaching experience: 1 year
- Experience in an NAEYC accredited program
Nice to Have
A warm and encouraging personality who understands the developmental age and temperament of four and five-year-olds. We welcome a candidate who shares our commitment to nurturing young minds in a supportive and engaging environment.
Benefits
Excellent salary, benefits, performance bonus and paid time off.
Salary will be reflective of candidate's experience and background.
This is a five day, part-time, nine month position.
At Saint Saviour's we work hard to create a positive and collaborative work environment where teachers are valued members of the community!
Common Questions
What ECE credentials are required for this position?
This role requires an associate degree required.
What does this position pay?
This Early Childhood Teacher role pays $30 to $40/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Part Time.
Where is St. Saviour's Church Nursery School located?
St. Saviour's Church Nursery School is located at 350 Sound Beach Avenue, Old Greenwich, CT