Lead Teacher
Beth El Synagogue
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Quick overview
The Lead Teacher will be responsible for teaching children ranging from 16 months up to 5 years old in the Aleph Preschool setting. This role is key in helping students establish a strong sense of identity, develop a passion for learning, and cultivate instincts to positively impact the world.
Requirements summary
Candidates must meet the DHS Lead Teacher qualifications as defined by MN Rules 9503.0032 and possess a minimum of an associate’s degree (preferred). Experience as a lead teacher in early childhood is preferred, along with knowledge of Judaism, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and Creative Curriculum.
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 [https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/9503.0032/]
- 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 plan
- Full benefits package including dental, vision, health, HSA, and FSA
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@bethelsynagogue.org
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Competitive Wages
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Full Benefits Package
- Sick Time
- 401(k) Matching
- FSA
- HSA
- Retirement Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Federal Holidays
- Bereavement Pay
- Paid Conservative Jewish Holidays