Faith-Based Preschool Teacher & Child Development Lead

Brentwood Baptist Church; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Baptist Church’s BYCS Preschool seeks a Teacher to guide preschoolers in academic and biblical growth, under the supervision of the BYCS Director and Assistant Director. The role focuses on age-appropriate, biblically based learning in a nurturing, faith-centered environment.

Responsibilities include implementing planned activities, communicating care, maintaining confidentiality, attending trainings (CPR and First Aid), and upholding BYCS policies while partnering with families and

Qualifications

• A mature Christian who is growing in their personal walk with the Lord through committed Bible Study, prayer and service.
• An understanding of weekday and preschool ministry as a foundational ministry of the church.
• Have an understanding and knowledge of the developmental stages and the learning approaches for children that you teach (eight months – five years old).
• In agreement with and the ability to enforce the BYCS Policies and Procedures and Parent Handbook.

Responsibilities

• Abide by all BYCS Staff Policies and Procedures.
• Partner with parents to help each child become all that God created them to be.
• Communicate care through love and individual attention.
• Provide an environment designed to meet age-appropriate needs of each child.
• Teach a curriculum (academic age appropriate and biblically based) of planned activities in learning centers, and group experiences designed to facilitate the child’s total development.
• Use the weekly Bible stories provided.
• Be on time and follow guidelines for room set up.
• Attend all BYCS staff meetings and trainings including CPR and 1st Aid.
• Turn in lesson plans, newsletters, supply request, receipts and absence request on time.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children and their families.
• Seek out and use supervision appropriately.
• Meet continuing education requirements.
• Leave classroom in order.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward work.
• Support the efforts of the church and church staff.
• Work cooperatively and considerately with other staff.
• Be flexible.
• Avoid gossip.
• See the “Teacher Agreement” for other pertinent information related to the job responsibilities.

Skills

Mature Christian

Preschool ministry knowledge

Developmental stages 0-5 years

Policy enforcement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Brentwood Baptist Church’s BYCS Preschool seeks a Teacher to guide preschoolers in academic and biblical growth, under the supervision of the BYCS Director and Assistant Director. The role focuses on age-appropriate, biblically based learning in a nurturing, faith-centered environment.

Responsibilities include implementing planned activities, communicating care, maintaining confidentiality, attending trainings (CPR and First Aid), and upholding BYCS policies while partnering with families and