Preschool Assistant Teacher - Younger 3 year old class

Summary

Looking for a an enthusiastic and experienced Lead Teacher for a private, Christian preschool!
The hours for this position are 1 PM - 6 PM

Are you?

• An experienced preschool teacher who loves teaching young children
• Punctual and reliable
• Energetic
• Fun-loving
• Christian

Why you will love about working at Trinity:

• Christ-centered Environment
• Encouraging Teachers and Church Family
• Great community of Parents and Students

The Teacher is responsible for developing a cohesive teaching team, coordinating the curriculum, and managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom. Teachers must understand children's cognitive, social, emotional and physical development in order to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults in order to meet the needs of the children, effectively guide teacher assistants, and resolve parental concerns.

This position requires the coordination and implementation of all classroom activities and safety guidelines according to National Lutheran Schools Accreditation standards. Trinity Lutheran Academy is a Christian preschool. A background check with fingerprinting will be required.

Duties

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards
• Lead by example; encourage teaching team success through modeling and coaching.
• Plan individual and group age-appropriate activities to actively engage children and encourage social, cognitive and emotional growth.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Ensure all center policies and state regulations are met.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Supervise teacher assistants and classroom volunteers to ensure they are following planned activities, hygiene and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records, forms and files.
• Maintain personal professional development plans to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Conduct assessments of student progress twice a year and host parent teacher conferences.
• Create/maintain student portfolios

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of professional child care experience.
• TCC, CDA, or Associate's Degree in early childhood education or related field of study preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• High energy and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain these.
• Must clear full background check with fingerprinting.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Recognize that the church and school are one ministry.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.

About Us

The purpose of Trinity Lutheran Academy is to nurture children's spiritual, physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth through a planned sequence of age appropriate learning, faith building, play, and interactive activities. It is well established that children learn best through active learning and play, especially at an early age. The church and school strive to reach out to families through worship, education, witness, service, and fellowship. Our Academy's programs provide care and education for children from 6 weeks - 5 years.