Lead Infant Teacher — Aleph Preschool, 2026–2027 School Year

Job overview

The Lead Infant Teacher role is onsite in St. Louis Park, MN, with a starting salary of $43,500 per year. This is a full-time, 12-month position for the 2026–2027 school year at Beth El Synagogue Aleph Preschool. The preschool helps children build identity, develop a passion for learning, and positively impact the world. The teacher leads care and learning for infants from 12 weeks to 16 months, creating a nurturing classroom environment and engaging with children and families. The role contributes to children’s development through classroom activities and the preschool’s educational approach.

What you'll do

• Teach in the Infant Room and interact with children ages 12 weeks to 16 months
• participate in classroom activities, including lifting, sitting or kneeling on the floor, and diapering
• communicate professionally with children’s families
• apply knowledge of Judaism, Teaching Strategies GOLD, and Creative Curriculum.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead infant teacher

infant room

early childhood education

preschool

st. louis park mn

beth el synagogue

full-time

12-month position

2026–2027 school year

from $43,500/year

lead teacher qualified

paid holidays

401(k) matching

health benefits

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous paid time off, sick time, bereavement pay, federal and conservative Jewish holidays as paid days off, 401(k) and matching, retirement plan, and health, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA benefits.

Why this role

Requires Minnesota DHS Lead Teacher qualification and at least one year of experience as a lead teacher in an early childhood classroom; infant teaching experience is preferred. An associate degree is preferred.

About the employer

Beth El Synagogue is hiring for this role. Industry: Religious Organizations. Sector: 81.