Pre-School Teacher Assistant

Grace Christian Academy; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Christian Academy is seeking a committed Pre-School Teacher Assistant who reflects high professional standards and integrity within a Christian school environment. The role involves assisting in classroom activities and ensuring student safety while maintaining a positive relationship with families.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with young children and assisting in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities and classroom management.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the students.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with the student's family.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Education

Experience working with young children

Job description

Job Title: Pre-School Teacher Assistant

Reports To: Director of Little Rams

Time Status: Full Time

JOB SUMMARY

Every member of Grace Christian Academy’s professional community must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ. By acknowledging Christ’s role in our lives, we submit to His authority and seek to honor Him as we put our unique gifts and talents to use each day. The Pre-School Teacher Assistant will reflect high professional standards, integrity, and a commitment to excellence within a Christian school environment. The Pre-School Teacher Assistant selected for this position should have prior experience working with young children and assisting in a classroom setting.

SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS:

- Professing believer in Jesus Christ with a strong Christian faith and lifestyle

- Ability to articulate and integrate a biblical worldview in all aspects of teaching

- Affirm and communicate doctrine consistent with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 revision, and The Nashville Statement - linked below.

o Baptist Faith and Message

o The Nashville Statement

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, but are not limited to:

• Required to work under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher.
• Assist with activities and classroom management.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the students.
• Establish and maintain a positive relationship with the student's family, allowing the teacher to address concerns with parents.
• Establish a professional level of rapport with each family.
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean, organized, and safe for all children.
• Perform other duties as assigned.