Preschool Lead Teacher (P4)

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Job description

Employees are typically contracted from the middle of August until the beginning of June. This contracted will be prorated for the remainder of this contract year. Contracts are typically renewed for the following year in April. Additional money may be made by working in our summer camp program.

Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in elementary education or early childhood development. Teaching experience and ACSI or state certification is a plus. Our employees must be active members of a Bible-believing church. More specific requirements are detailed below:

Spiritual

• Models a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ in speech, actions, attitudes
• Sets example of the importance of prayer, Bible study, witnessing, and unity in Christian fellowship
• Follows Matthew 18 principle in dealing with students, parents, administration, and staff
• Shows support for the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children's education, and assists them in the task
• Encourages students to accept God's gift of salvation and grow in their faith
• Emphasizes to students the reality of their self-worth in Christ
• Consistently attends, supports, and is a member in good standing at a Bible believing church

Instructional * Integrates biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum

• Uses valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals and promote student learning
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to do his or her best work
• Prepares and submits weekly lesson plans for the administrator's review
• Employs a variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child-spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, emotional
• Assesses the learning of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required

Non-instructional and Professional * Cooperates with the administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school

• Keeps students, parents, and the administration adequately informed of deficiencies and gives sufficient notice of failure
• Maintains a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom
• Accepts a share of responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
• Utilizes educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth
• Seeks the counsel of the administrator, colleagues, and parents, and is teachable
• Provides input and recommendations for administrative and managerial functions in the school
• Attends and participates in scheduled devotional, committee, faculty, and other designated meetings
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for dealing with emergencies
• Contributes to the general improvement of the school program

Personal * Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality

• Meets everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism
• Exercises friendliness and consideration, treating students without partiality
• Submits respectfully and is loyal to constituted authority
• Maintains a personal appearance that is a role model of cleanliness, modesty, and good taste
• Uses acceptable English in written and oral communication; speaks with clear articulation.
• Develops and maintains rapport with students, parents, and staff to promote a positive learning environment
• Recognizes the need for good public relations; represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to its constituency and the general public

Applications are accepted at . Please click on the About Us Tab and then the Employment tab to find the application.Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40,000.00 to $50,000.00 /year

Application QuestionsYou have requested that Indeed ask candidates the following questions:

• How many years of Early Childhood Education experience do you have?
• What is the highest level of education you have completed?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
*All students and staff are required to wear masks
*Enhanced Disinfecting

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location