Job Title: Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher
Location: Christ Community Lutheran School – Kirkwood, MO (Glendale Campus)
Start Date: August 3, 2026
Position Overview
Christ Community Lutheran School has an opening to join our Early Childhood Education team as a Full-Time Assistant Teacher in our 2’s Room (2-year-olds and 3-year-olds). The ideal candidate will have experience caring for toddlers and preschoolers, including older two-year-olds and younger three-year-olds. As an Assistant Teacher in our ECE program, you have a direct impact on precious little ones… as well as young, new parents and even whole families.
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 ECE program
- crave mentorship and monthly check-ins
- thrive with professional development goals and seminars
About Us
- Lutheran school in suburban St. Louis, Missouri
- 700+ 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
2’s Assistant Duties
- Assist lead teacher in planning and 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 lead teacher and other staff members to create a positive and supportive team environment
- Stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
Schedule
- Standard full-time hourly schedule is 8:15 a.m. until 4:15 p.m.
- Total working time: 40 hours per week
- Annual Cycle: position typically runs August 1 through June 1 (ten months)
- By default, June and July are off work (no duties/no pay)
Summer employment also available (optional)
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or higher preferred
- Experience working with toddlers and preschoolers
- Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others
- Passion for teaching and working with children
- Alignment with CCLS mission and statement of faith
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly pay rate $16.00/hour ($17.00 if Bachelor’s degree completed)
- Health insurance plan includes medical, dental, vision for worker & children
- Opt-out bonus available if health insurance plan not taken
- Additional benefits include disability, life insurance, 403(b) with 50% match, and pension
- Tuition discounts/assistance for worker’s children enrolled in our school
- Professional development, 1:1 monthly check-ins, mentorship program, seminars
