Job Description
Summary Position Description: Assist in providing a nurturing, Christ-centered environment for children to learn and grow. Support the Lead Teacher in implementing educational activities, ensuring student safety and well-being, and fostering a positive classroom environment. This position is 12 hours a week Monday-Thursday for the school year (approximately 140 days). The Assistant Preschool Teacher is directly responsible to the Lead Teacher and who reports to the Preschool Director and Preschool Board.
Duties Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Educational:
? Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson plans based on the Preschool?s curriculum.
? Prepare classroom materials and set up activities to create an engaging learning environment.
? Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, and transitions ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
? Interact with children in a positive and supportive manner, encouraging their participation and fostering their social-emotional development.
? Observe and document children?s progress, providing feedback to the Lead Teacher.
? Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
? Communicate effectively with parents, providing updates on their child?s progress and addressing any concerns.
? Participate in staff development training programs, as needed.
? Maintain open communication with the Lead Teacher and Preschool Director.
Church Connectional Duties
? Attend staff meetings of the Preschool, Church staff, and Preschool Board as requested.
? Support the evangelism strategy of the church by actively inviting families to attend worship and participate in the ministry of St. Paul CUMC.
Other Duties
? Assist with maintaining accurate records of attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts.
? Uphold all safety protocols and procedures.
? Perform other goals and duties as assigned.
Requirements Qualifications:
? High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate?s or Bachelor?s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
? Previous experience in childcare, a preschool environment, or equivalent.
? Demonstrate knowledge of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices.
? Effective communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
? Ability to maintain a positive and patient attitude while working with young children.
? Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students.
? Ability to pass a criminal background check.
? CPR and standard first aid certified; lay responder minimum.
Character Qualifications:
? Strong character and work ethic
? Highly relational
? Teachable spirit and team player
? Perseverance and resilience
? Welcomes diversity
? Loves working with preschoolers and enjoys being in a Christian environment
Benefits - 12 hours a week
- Four days a week
- Summers off
Job Tags
Part time, Outdoor,