Job Opportunities at SouthSide—Jefferson
SouthSide Early Childhood Center
2101 S. Jefferson Ave St. Louis, MO 63104
The following job opportunities are currently open at SouthSide Early Childhood Center. Please fill out the form below to submit your resume. Thank you!
Teaching Positions:
SouthSide Early Childhood Center is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic teachers to join our early learning team. If you are passionate about early childhood education and enjoy creating a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment, we would love to meet you!
2 year-Old Lead Teacher
The Lead Two-Year-Old Teacher is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing a safe, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate classroom for young children. This role supports children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development while fostering strong partnerships with families and mentoring classroom support staff.
Toddler assistant classroom TEACHER
The Toddler Assistant Teacher works closely with the Lead Teacher to create a responsive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for one‑year‑olds. This role supports children as they explore the world through play, build early social‑emotional skills, and practice emerging self‑help skills during this exciting stage of development.
part-time Classroom Floater + extended day teachers
Floating Teachers play a vital role in creating safe, loving, and developmentally rich classrooms across the center. This position supports multiple age groups and partners with Lead and Assistant Teachers to ensure each child experiences consistent care, meaningful interactions, and engaging, play-based learning. Floating Teachers help build strong relationships with children and families while supporting classrooms in meeting licensing requirements, Missouri Accreditation standards, and Head Start Performance Standards.
Key Responsibilities (All teaching/floater positions):
Engage actively with children to ensure their safety, well-being, and learning.
Instruct and supervise children in classroom activities and daily routines.
Implement age-appropriate activities that support developmental goals and learning outcomes.
Utilize the Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Anti-Bias Education frameworks in daily interactions and classroom management.
Maintain consistent active supervision, positioning oneself to meet children's personal needs and ensure safety at all times.
Build and maintain positive, supportive relationships with children, families, and team members.
Participate actively in team meetings, committees, and family/community events.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom; sanitize surfaces, equipment, and materials regularly.
Demonstrate flexibility and a positive outlook each day.
Uphold ethical behavior and maintain confidentiality regarding student and staff information.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional Responsibilities (Lead and Assistant Teachers):
Collaborate in lesson planning and implement daily classroom activities aligned with individual child goals.
Qualifications:
One of the following (depending on position):
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or a state-awarded certificate that meets or exceeds CDA requirements.
Enrollment in a program leading to a degree or CDA credential to be completed within two years of hire.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams.
Ability to pass an extensive background check and be fingerprinted.
Professional Requirements:
Completion of at least 18 clock hours of early childhood education training annually.
A commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Frequent climbing, walking, bending, stretching, and sitting on the floor with children.
Willingness to work in environments with exposure to childhood illnesses and varying weather conditions.