Lead Preschool Classroom Teacher
St. Paul Community UMC
- Madeira, OH
- $22.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
grow, ensuring a Christ-centered environment for students. Our teachers will be fun-loving and engaging, adaptable, responsible and organized. Teachers of St. Paul Preschool report directly to the Preschool Director, in collaboration with the Senior Pastor, Personnel Committee and the Preschool Board.DutiesJob Duties and Responsibilities:Educational:
Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool
children.
Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
Observe/monitor/assess/record each child’s development/behavior for reporting and
progress monitoring.
Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom – organized, safe and inclusive of
learning centers.
Maintain supplies, equipment, and materials as appropriate; provide order information
to Director.
Provide support, direction, supervision and assistance to the assistant(s).
Respond appropriately to emergency or crisis situations.
Maintain appropriate records with the support of the assistant(s).
Teach basic academic skills such as math, language and science.
Incorporate physical education and movement activities into daily routines.
Foster social and emotional development through positive interactions and guidance.
Monitor and assess each child’s progress and provide individualized support when
needed.
Collaborate with parents to ensure open communication and involvement in their
child’s education.
Maintain a clean and organized classroom environment.
Maintain and participate in established department and state policies, procedures,
programs, and objectives, concerning quality assurance, safety, security, environmental
conditions, and infection control.
Participate in staff development training programs, as needed.
Church Connectional Duties
Attend meetings of the 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
Responsible for parent contact, questions, and concerns.
Regularly greet and interact with parents and children during drop-off and pick-up.
Perform other goals and duties as assigned.RequirementsQualifications:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
Previous experience in childcare, a preschool environment, or equivalent.
Ability to complete the necessary annual training courses for preschool teacher
certification.
Demonstrate knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate
curriculum, lesson plan development, classroom implementation skills, behavior
management skills, plus observation and assessment skills.
Effective organizational skills, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Patience, creativity, and a passion for working with young children.
Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students.
Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Ability to assess and provide follow-up on a child’s development, as needed.
Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships with parents,
children, preschool and church staff.
Ability and skills to provide direction to assistants, substitutes, and volunteers.
Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Google apps,
internet navigation, and Microsoft Office.
CPR and standard first aid certified; lay responder minimum.
Understanding of child welfare policies and procedures.
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 environmentPhysical Requirements:
The position requires an elevated level of activity. Work involves physical tasks,
including walking, standing, bending, lifting, and kneeling. Ability to lift 40 pounds.BenefitsCompensation:
Commensurate with experience and responsibility.Work Schedule:
September through May, 15-20 hrs/week and occasional meetings as requested.