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Gan Shelanu Preschool

Gan Shelanu seeks preschool/pre-k teacher
Job Title:
Gan Shelanu Preschool Lead Teacher 2023-2024 School Year

Organization Name:
Adath Jeshurun Congregation Gan Shelanu Preschool

Location:
Minnetonka, Minnesota
 
Job Type:
Part/Full time

Salary Range:
$18-$21/hour depending on experience and education
Deadline:
Monday, August 8

Job Summary/Description:
Gan Shelanu Preschool is seeking Lead Preschool and Pre-K Teachers for the 2022-2023 school year. Gan Shelanu is Adath Jeshurun Congregation’s early childhood program for children aged six weeks through pre-kindergarten. The Gan provides a rich variety of learning experiences intended to stimulate the cognitive and social development of children within a Jewish context. We work to instill in our students; pride in their heritage, the importance of community, and love of giving back.  
Gan Shelanu is looking for dependable, creative, nurturing, team-oriented individuals. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate effectively, follow the Minnesota state and Gan Shelanu guidelines, write, and follow curriculum and most importantly enjoy working with preschool aged children and their families.  
Gan Shelanu’s school year runs from late August to late May. We also offer a pre-school summer camp from mid-June to mid-August. Some teachers elect to only work during the school year.


Job Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
  • Create creative and engaging lessons and facilitate opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration and problem-solving
  • Establish strong classroom routines and adapt teaching to meet the learning styles of children
  • Communicate with families through phone calls, daily reports and monthly newsletters.
  • Observe each child, track their progress and report to parents
  • Collaborate with other educators
  • Maintain a clean classroom consistent with health and safety standards
  • Provide basic needs for children including assisting with toileting and changing diapers
  • Supervising nap rooms (if working in the afternoon)
  • Attend workshops and continuing education opportunities and seek continual feedback and coaching to develop as a teacher
  • Attend staff meetings and other programs as assigned
  • Act as a steward of the school in the larger community
 
Job Requirements: 
  • 1-3 years of experience in education
  • Certified by the state of Minnesota Department of Human Services 
  • Able to sit and stand easily and be able to lift 20+ lbs. 
  • Able to work 8:15 am – 1:15 pm, additional early morning and/or afternoon opportunities are available 
  • Provide proof of vaccination series for COVID-19 
  • Must adhere to the center’s behavior guidance policies at all times 
  • Technologically savvy, able to navigate and use a device to document and monitor routines of the children 
  • Willingness to complete other duties as assigned 
  • Flexible hours and schedule 

Full-Time Benefits:
  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid time off

​How To Apply:
Interested candidates should send an e-mail with a resume and cover letter to Julie Ziessman, Director of Early Childhood Education, at [email protected].
Gan Shelanu Preschool Hiring Infant/Toddler Teacher

Gan Shelanu Preschool Hiring Infant/Toddler Teacher

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​Job Title:
Assistant Infant and Transitional Toddler Room Teacher

​Organization Name:
Adath Jeshurun Congregation

Job Type:
Full-time

Salary Range:
$15-$17/hour

Deadline:

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Job Summary/Description:
Gan Shelanu Preschool is seeking assistant infant and early toddler teachers for the 2023-2024 school year. Gan Shelanu is Adath Jeshurun Congregation’s early childhood program for children aged six weeks through pre-kindergarten. The Gan provides a rich variety of learning experiences intended to stimulate the cognitive and social development of children within a Jewish context. We work to instill in our students’ pride in their heritage, the importance of community and love of giving back. 
Gan Shelanu is looking for a passionate, energetic, patient and hardworking individual to assist as a teacher in our Infant and Transitional Toddler rooms. The ideal candidate must love working with Infants aged children and their families. 
Location: Minnetonka, Minnesota 
Pay: $15-$17 per hour

​Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities: 
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents 
  • Collaborate with other early childhood educators 
  • Help maintain a clean classroom consistent with health and safety standards 
  • Provide basic needs for children including assisting with toileting and changing diapers 
  • Technology savvy, able to navigate and use a device to document and monitor routines of the children 
  • Supervising nap rooms 
  • Attend workshops and continuing education opportunities and seek continual feedback and coaching to develop as a teacher 
  • Attend staff meetings and other programs as assigned 
  • Act as a steward of the school in the larger community 
  • Flexible and resilient with schedule and duties

Experience and Qualifications
Job Requirements: 
  • Able to sit on the ground and lift 20 + lbs. 
  • Work as a member of a team 
  • Provide proof of vaccination for COVID-19 
  • Must adhere to the center’s behavior guidance policies at all times 
  • Willingness to complete other duties as assigned 
  • Flexible hours and schedule

How To Apply:
Please email: Julie Ziessman, Director of Early Childhood Education at [email protected]


​Adath Jeshurun Congregation
​Moe & Esther Sabes Campus
​10500 Hillside Lane West, Minnetonka, MN 55305
​
​952.545.2424 ​[email protected]


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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Mission & Vision
    • Our History
    • Common Vocabulary
    • Clergy
    • Lay Leaders >
      • Annual Meeting 2025
    • Staff
    • Sign Up For Emails
    • Contact Us
    • Employment
    • Meetings and Events
    • Publications & Blog >
      • Blog
  • Membership
    • Membership
    • Member Directory
  • Lifecycle
    • Lifecycle Events
    • End of Life >
      • Chevra Kavod Hamet
      • Adath Chesed Shel Emes Cemetery
      • Yarhzeit Memorial Display
  • Lifelong Learning
    • Map of Education
    • Adults
    • Teens
    • Children >
      • Gan Shelanu Preschool
      • Camp Mishpacha
      • B'Yachad (K - 1st)
    • Talmud Torah (2nd - 8th)
    • B'nai Mitzvah
  • Committees
    • Get Involved
    • Antiracism
    • Hesed
    • Inclusion
    • Israel & Masorti
    • Keruv
  • T'fillah + Holiday
    • Adath Livestream & Zoom
    • T'fillah
    • Multi-Heritage Weddings & Intermarriage at Adath
    • Shavuot
  • Donate to Adath
    • Give Tzedakah/Make a donation
    • Annual Benefit >
      • Annual Benefit 2025
    • Adath Jeshurun Foundation
  • Calendar