Lead Kindergarten Teacher

Job Summary

We are looking for a warm, grounded, and creative educator who LOVES early childhood learning and feels called to lead young children with purpose, joy, and compassion. At The NEW School, we believe that teaching is both a ministry and a craft—an opportunity to guide children academically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

As a Christ-centered micro-school grounded in hands-on, project-based, nature-rich learning, we seek an educator who delights in God's creation, values meaningful relationships, and thrives in a small, intimate classroom community. Your role will be essential in shaping the foundational skills and character of our youngest learners—helping them grow in confidence, curiosity, resilience, and Christ-like values.

This position offers a deeply meaningful opportunity to nurture children during their most formative years while working alongside a supportive, faith-aligned team committed to excellence in holistic child development.

Duties

• Holistic, Nature-Connected Teaching
• Design and implement innovative, hands-on, developmentally appropriate learning experiences rooted in project-based learning, nature immersion, creativity, and Christian worldview.

Nurturing Classroom Leadership

• Lead a warm, structured, and joy-filled classroom environment rooted in gentle guidance, love, and respect, reflecting the heart of Christ.
• Support diverse learners with individualized attention, including children with autism or unique learning needs, guided by compassion and inclusion.

Curriculum & Instruction

• Develop holistic, hands-on curriculum that blends best practices (Reggio, Montessori-inspired, experiential learning) with biblically grounded values.
• Facilitate daily learning that incorporates nature, exploration, storytelling, art, movement, and play as God-given ways children make meaning.

Spiritual Development

• Model Christian character and integrate age-appropriate faith practices, such as gratitude, prayer, kindness, stewardship of nature, and biblical themes connected to daily learning.

Assessment & Documentation

• Conduct regular assessments through observation, documentation, and child-centered tools to understand each learner's growth.
• Adapt teaching strategies to support children's academic, emotional, and spiritual development.

Family & Community Partnership

• Communicate consistently with parents about progress, milestones, and classroom life.
• Build trusting relationships rooted in warmth, clarity, and shared values.
• Welcome families into a community of faith, learning, and partnership.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Mentor teaching assistants and collaborate with colleagues in planning, reflection, and professional growth.
• Participate in school initiatives, celebrations, outdoor learning experiences, and community events.

Professional Growth

• Engage in continued learning related to early childhood education, Christian education, nature pedagogy, behavior guidance, and inclusive practices.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and willingness to evolve as our school grows.

Administration

• Maintain clear, organized records for attendance, assessments, lesson plans, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with school policies, health standards, and safety guidelines.
• Integrate literacy, numeracy, physical movement, outdoor education, and social-emotional learning aligned with The NEW School's four pillars: Rooted in Balance, Experience Sustainability, Growth Mindset, and Christ-Centered Education.

Skills

• Proven expertise in early childhood education principles, childhood development theories, and classroom management strategies.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and hands-on, child-led learning
• ECE certification
• Comfort working outdoors daily in all weather
• Experience supporting diverse learners with compassion and skill
• Strong curriculum development abilities rooted in experiential, nature-based teaching
• Excellent communication skills with families and colleagues
• Experience mentoring educators or leading small teams an asset
• Familiarity with Christian education or willingness to integrate faith into teaching
• Strong writing and documentation skills
• Ability to create inclusive, emotionally safe environments rooted in love, respect, and biblical values
• Experience in private or independent school settings is helpful but not required

Join Us

Join us as a Lead Kindergarten Teacher (ECE) and become part of a mission-driven school where your passion for early childhood education will inspire young minds, support families, and help shape a Christ-centered learning community—while you continue growing as an educator and leader.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $4,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person