Preschool Teacher

Position Summary:

The 4-Year-Old Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered learning environment that promotes the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and academic development of preschool-aged children. The teacher models Christian values, integrates biblical principles into daily instruction, and partners with families to support each child's growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Spiritual Leadership

• Demonstrate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and serve as a Christian role model for students and families.
• Integrate biblical truths, prayer, worship, and Christian character development into daily classroom activities.
• Foster an environment that reflects Christ's love, grace, patience, and kindness.
• Support the mission, vision, and statement of faith of the school.

Classroom Instruction

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with the school's curriculum and kindergarten readiness goals.
• Provide engaging learning experiences that promote language, literacy, math, science, social studies, fine arts, and motor development.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of students.
• Monitor and assess student progress and maintain accurate records.

Classroom Management

• Establish and maintain a positive, structured classroom environment.
• Use age-appropriate behavior guidance techniques that encourage self-control, respect, and responsibility.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all students at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting classroom.

Family Communication

• Build positive relationships with parents and guardians.
• Communicate regularly regarding student progress, classroom activities, and concerns.
• Participate in parent conferences, school events, and family engagement activities.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events as required.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers and administration to support school goals.
• Comply with all school policies, licensing regulations, and health and safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Qualifications:

• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and agreement with the school's mission and values.
• Experience working with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to meet all state licensing and background check requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and actively engage with young children throughout the day.
• Ability to supervise children indoors and outdoors.

Expected Characteristics:

• Demonstrates Christian character and integrity.
• Compassionate, patient, and nurturing.
• Dependable and professional.
• Flexible and team-oriented.
• Passionate about helping children grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually.

"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." — Proverbs 22:6