Early Childhood Fellow ("Permanent Sub")
Crestwood Campus
Tuesdays and Thursdays (only) 8:30am - 5:30pm Start Date: Immediate Academic Year Only (10 Months)
Christ Community Lutheran School has an opening to join our ECE team as an Early Childhood Fellow ("Permanent Sub"). The ideal candidate will have experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. As an Early Childhood Fellow, you may sub in for a staff member who is out that day or simply provide another set of hands in an extra-busy classroom. You get the variety that comes with a subbing role, but also the stability that comes with a regular staff position.
Is this role for me? This role may be perfect for you if you: - find joy in working with little ones
- feel called to share the love of Jesus
- naturally collaborate in team settings
- enjoy an academic feel to an Early Childhood program
- crave mentorship and monthly check-ins
- thrive with professional development goals and seminars
- enjoy variety from day to day
- love all early childhood ages from toddlers to 5-year-olds
- want to take a break from planning activities for the classroom, and instead just "roll up your sleeves" to help where needed
- prefer to experience different teacher partners, campus locations, and age levels to find the best long-term fit for future
About Us - Lutheran school in suburban St. Louis, Missouri
- 650+ students in Infants through 8th Grade
- 20 classrooms in ECE program
- 4 campus locations: Crestwood, Webster Groves, Glendale, Kirkwood
- Strong leadership team and extra subbing support for teachers and assistants
- Provides professional development, mentoring, cross-training, and growth opportunities
- Nationally recognized High-Achieving Blue Ribbon School
- NLSA School of Distinction
- Best Christian Workplaces Certified
Vision - Christ Community Lutheran School transforms lives through Christ-centered education.
Mission - CCLS will nurture each child through the Gospel to live the faith and share the Good News of Jesus Christ in an innovative environment of academic excellence.
Core Values - Christ-centered
- People-focused
- Excellence-driven
- Future-directed
Early Childhood Fellow Duties - Assist lead teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate activities for children
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children
- Assist with diapering, feeding, and other basic care needs
- Use technology for professional development and communication with parents and team members
- Collaborate with ECE team to create a positive and supportive team environment
Schedule - Standard weekly schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays during school year
- Standard hours on working days: 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., with an optional 1-hour break
- Total working time: 16-18 hours per week, depending on breaks
- Start Date: available immediately
- First Day of School: August 19, 2026
- Academic Calendar Employment: duties are typically August 1 through May 31, with June/July off
- Summer Camp in June/July provides optional year-round employment if interested
Requirements - Associate's degree or equivalent preferred
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry young children up to 50 pounds
- Passion for teaching and working with children
- Alignment with CCLS mission and statement of faith
Compensation and Benefits - Hourly pay rate $16/hour ($17 if Bachelor's degree completed)
- Tuition discounts/assistance for worker's children enrolled in our early childhood program
- Professional development, 1:1 monthly check-ins, mentorship program, seminars
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