Godly Play Facilitator

Child Care Resources Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Afternoon Supervisor to create enriching learning experiences for children ages 2 to 8. This role emphasizes a fun and creative work environment, where you'll engage with children through art, play, and meaningful interactions. With a focus on professional development and a family-friendly atmosphere, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in young lives. Enjoy predictable hours, no night or weekend work, and the chance to grow your career in a supportive setting. If you're passionate about early childhood education, this is the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Discounted childcare

Flexible scheduling

Training and professional development

Maternity leave

Major holidays off

Family-friendly work environment

Qualifications

• Must meet program leader requirements per DSS standards for licensed child day centers.
• Experience in early childhood education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment through enthusiasm and engagement.
• Instruct parents and staff on Godly Play philosophy.
• Maintain compliance with educational standards and confidentiality.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Current First Aid/CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

Parish Day School is looking for you!

Imagine spending your days, providing high quality learning experiences for children ages 2 to 8.Art, playground, special guests, activities and lots of fun - does this sound like a perfect fit for you?

We are looking for a responsible, enthusiastic and trustworthy individual to serve as our Afternoon Supervisor.

What's great about working here?

• Discounted childcare for your own kids!
• Family-friendly job with flexible scheduling
• We invest in you! You'll receive training and professional development with the rest of our team
• Being valued, plus teacher appreciation throughout the year
• A true career path, with scholarships offered
• Fun, creative work environment
• Time outside every day
• Clean, sanitary facility with extreme health protocols
• Maternity leave
• Predictable hours
• Lots of celebrations
• Major holidays off
• No night or weekend work
• Family-like work environment
• Smoke free
• Our families are amazing!
• Spending the day with cute children
• Making a difference with meaningful work

Duties

• Support a positive environment through your enthusiasm, engagement in social

conversation, respectfulness in interactions and facilitation of positive peer interactions

• Schedule and prepare Godly Play lesson plans

• Maintain Godly Play manipulatives

• Instruct parents and staff regarding Godly Play philosophy, either directly or in

newsletter format

• Train Godly Play Gatekeepers

• Ensure the classroom environment is in compliance with the Department of Social

Services Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers, the National Association for the

Education of Young Children (NAEYC), Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS)

and the Episcopal Diocese of Southern Virginia

• Maintain a high level of confidentiality with children, families and staff

• Participate in program evaluations, monthly staff meetings, and required training

programs as mandated by the PDS and the DSS

Relationship Responsibilities:

• Respond to students with sensitivity and care; address their needs and questions, and engage at their eye level.
• Respect student perspectives by incorporating their interests and ideas into learning experiences.
• Promote independence by offering meaningful roles, encouraging decision-making, and creating space for student voice.
• Use proactive behavior management, redirect early, and engage students positively before issues arise.
• Set clear behavioral expectations and consistently praise students for meeting them while building strong, respectful relationships.
• Apply consistent, respectful consequences; respond immediately and calmly to help students learn from their behavior.
• Reinforce positive behaviors with specific praise and enthusiastic recognition.
• Model rich language by engaging in thoughtful, two-way conversations with students.
• Communicate with fellow educators positively and collaboratively.

Requirements

• Possess program leader requirements as mandated through the DSS Standards for

Licensed Child Day Centers

• Conduct self in a manner worthy of a child’s respect, both on site and in the community

• Respond appropriately to authority and communicate well with coworkers and

supervisors

• Be able to lift 30 to 50 pounds on a regular basis

• Possess stamina and mental clarity to work punctually and consistently for the assigned

shifts

Nice To Haves

• Experience in early childhood education or related field
• Hold CDS or other associate's degree or higher
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification
• Current Medication Administration Training (MAT)

Benefits

Parish Day School offers an uplifting and encouraging environment for children to grow and learn through play. Our teaching team works together preparing hands-on activities for the children.

• Training Provided - All levels of experience are welcome to apply.
• Child Care Discounts
• Career Path
• Child Care Discounts
• Career Path
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Closed for Thanksgiving, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and July 4th week.
• 12-month Full Time employees will qualify for benefits.
• Competitive hourly salary based on education, position, and years of experience