Full-Time Trauma-Informed Preschool Educator

Wheeler Mission Ministries, Inc.; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeler Mission Ministries, Inc. is seeking an Early Childhood Educator – Preschool Teacher to join the Compass Kids Program.

This full-time role supports infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a Christ-centered, trauma-informed classroom and collaborates with a dedicated team for meaningful learning experiences. The educator will implement developmentally appropriate activities, communicate with families, and uphold program policies while contributing to a supportive, faith-based environment at

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ years of experience working with young children.
• Must have a high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must have or obtain a CDA Certification during employment.
• Experience working within a school or family recovery setting (preferred).
• Working knowledge of children who have been impacted by trauma, poverty and/or homelessness (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment within the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children.
• Implement developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches.
• Use evidence-based curriculum and sensory tools in educational activities.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers.
• Provide daily communication to parents and Compass Kids staff outlining daily events.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures of Wheeler Mission, Center for Women and Children, and Indiana Code.
• Participate in staff meetings and meetings with Compass Kids Program Managers as requested.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Communication skills

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Paycom

Job description

Wheeler Mission Ministries, Inc. is seeking an Early Childhood Educator – Preschool Teacher to join the Compass Kids Program.

This full-time role supports infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a Christ-centered, trauma-informed classroom and collaborates with a dedicated team for meaningful learning experiences. The educator will implement developmentally appropriate activities, communicate with families, and uphold program policies while contributing to a supportive, faith-based environment at