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Posted 3-20-2026

Kindergarten Teacher

Glenview New Church School

The Glenview New Church School is a Preschool-8th grade school aligned with the Glenview New Church congregation. Our mission is to provide children with a natural and spiritual education based on the Bible and the teachings of the New Church, preparing them to become caring, useful citizens in this world and in the life to come.

We are currently seeking a full-time Kindergarten teacher for the 2026-27 academic year.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing and engaging, play-based learning environment both in the classroom and outdoors. This role integrates academic instruction with spiritual and social-emotional development, guiding students in their understanding of God, Bible stories, moral life, and positive relationships with others.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead a kindergarten homeroom, including daily instruction and classroom management
• Conduct and lead homeroom worship.
• Teach foundational skills in reading, writing, and handwriting.
• Provide instruction in science and social studies.
• Plan and deliver age-appropriate social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons that support students’ emotional awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and interpersonal skills.
• Incorporate nature-based learning through regular use of outdoor classroom spaces and school grounds.
• Foster students’ spiritual growth through age-appropriate religious instruction.
• Collaborate effectively with parents, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Participate in faculty meetings and school initiatives.
• Engage in ongoing professional development, including New Church-specific training.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Education or a related field).
• Experience teaching or working with young children in foundational subject areas.
• Experience supporting young children’s social-emotional development (SEL) in a classroom setting.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, New Church education and teachings.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons aligned with provided curriculum guides.
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with parents, teachers, and administrators.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working with a diverse population of learners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective classroom management and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, flexibility, and a nurturing approach to teaching.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience with or interest in nature-based and outdoor education.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to:

Phil Parker, Principal

Email: philp@glenviewnewchurch.org

Glenview New Church School

74 Park Drive

Glenview, IL 0025

Posted 11-29-2022

Mail Delivery Driver (substitutes)

The Academy of the New Church seeks substitute mail delivery drivers. The successful candidate(s) must be responsible, have an excellent driving record and be able to do some lifting (up to 25 lbs.), able to climb in and out of the mail truck, sort mail, and do weekly inspections of the fluid levels in the truck. Hours are year around, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This is an ideal job for individuals who like to keep their mornings and afternoons open. Background checks and a driving records check will be performed. Please email inquiries to: judy.merrell@ancss.org.