We feel called to carry out the Good News for current and future generations, and we want to use our spiritual gifts to serve others as faithful stewards of God’s grace. Our goal is to teach God’s children to know and love Him with their whole hearts so they can tell the next generation of the greatness of God. And we want you to join us in shaping futures we can be proud to share, while honoring God in all we do.

When you join our team, you become a part of our family! You will be directly supported as we share the challenges and successes we experience every day. Together, united in Christ, we will teach the children in our care that Jesus loves them, and He is their friend. We will encourage them to reach their highest potential by growing spiritually, academically, physically, emotionally and socially. And you will be surprised at how much you in turn will also grow in these same ways!

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Position: Preschool Teacher

Reports to: Preschool Director

Job Description:

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A PRESCHOOL TEACHER at LCA must be an energetic, creative, patient and loving individual with a heart for teaching young children.  The preschool teacher will help students learn age-appropriate skills, subject matters, necessary skills for kindergarten and beyond, and beliefs that will positively contribute to their development as a Christian. The teacher must have a saving faith in Jesus Christ, and carry out the mission and values of LCA. The teacher must be available to work assigned part-time hours as needed between 7:30am and 5:00pm.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach by word and example the love of Christ, and basic Bible truths and stories

• Be respectful of children, parents and coworkers at all times

• Create and implement a developmentally appropriate program to teach young children in accordance with LCA’s curriculum

• Develop, implement and engage in age-appropriate activities to meet the spiritual, emotional, academic, physical, and social needs of children

• Teach foundational concepts, such as shapes, colors, numbers, letters and sounds

• Use a variety of experiences and activities to teach children including songs, games and storytelling

• Provide a positive, comfortable and healthy learning environment that builds self-esteem and encourages creative thinking and learning

• Communicate in a manner that children understand

• Assist children in developing fine and gross motor skills

• Encourage children to interact with each other and teach them to resolve minor conflicts

• Establish routines, provide positive guidance and comfort children using kind and encouraging words and actions

• Ensure children are supervised and safe at all times

• Observe children while keeping track of their progress

• Communicate with parents regarding their child’s development and progress

• Ensure that the classroom and materials and equipment used are clean, safe and well-maintained at all times

• Adhere to all policies and procedures including our Guidance and Discipline Policy for children

• Be knowledgeable of emergency procedures and be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time

• Attend staff meetings, staff in-service events, and all required meetings and training

• Maintain professional personal and classroom appearance

• Attend evening programs in which the students are involved

 

Qualifications:

• A participating member of a home church

• Completion of a minimum of 9 hours Early Childhood Education from an accredited institution

• Prior teaching experience in a Daycare or Preschool is a plus

• Prior experience with the ABeka Curriculum is a plus

• Submit to and pass a criminal background check

• Provide proof of a medical examination and a current TB test with negative result

• Strong knowledge of educational techniques and methods for teaching young children

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills