Preschool Teacher - Lionheart at Stone Myers

Lionheartkid; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Preschool Teacher responsible for developing and delivering educational programs for children. The ideal candidate will have a foundational commitment to early childhood education, experience in child care settings, and a passion for working in a spiritually enriching environment. This role involves collaborating with the Academy Director to ensure high-quality learning experiences and maintaining standards of child care.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
• Early education BA, AA, or CDA highly preferred.
• Previous experience in state licensed facilities or 24 hours of documented pre-service training required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out selected developmental and spiritual programs.
• Supervise and implement class programs as per the Academy Director.
• Create a positive and safe learning environment.

Skills

Professional Knowledge

Instructional Planning

Instructional Delivery

Collaboration and Teamwork

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Education BA, AA or CDA

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE

A Lionheart Teacher has the primary responsibility for planning, organizing, and carrying out the selected developmental and spiritual programs for their classroom of children.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Preschool Teacher
• Reports To: Academy Director
• Hours: Monday - Friday from 9:30am-6:30pm
• Expected Hours: 30-40 hours per week
• Compensation: $15.00 - 18.00 per hour (based on Experience and Education)
• Requirements: Criminal Background Check required
• Start Date: ASAP

Key Performance Indicators

• Professional Knowledge: Demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum and the developmental needs of the children by providing relevant learning experiences. Maintaining a thorough knowledge and close adherence to the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers, NAC accreditation standards, and the operating policies of Lionheart Children’s Academy.
• Instructional Planning: Plans, supervises, and implements the programs for the class in accordance with the Academy Director and curriculum coordinator.
• Instructional Delivery: The teacher effectively engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies in order to meet individual learning needs.
• Learning Environment: The teacher uses resources, routines, and procedures to provide a respectful, positive, safe, student-centered environment that is conducive to learning.
• Professionalism: The teacher maintains a commitment to professional ethics, communicates effectively, and takes responsibility for and participates in professional growth that results in enhanced student learning.
• Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Core Competencies

• Spiritual Maturity – Commitment to biblical living. An ambassador of Jesus Christ, living a whole life that glorifies God as we pursue our mission of making Him know.
• Think Child and Parent First – An unwavering commitment to service excellence leading to customer loyalty and advocacy (Parent Partnership). Driven to deliver a holistic approach to early care and education to ensure that each child has a strong and healthy foundation for learning and for life.
• Adaptability – Recognize and respond to anticipated events and requirements. Willing to do what is necessary to get the desired results. Willing to work flexible hours is preferred.
• Collaboration and Teamwork – Create and support a positive, warm, and encouraging environment in which members participate, respect, and cooperate with each other to achieve desired results. Support in other duties as assigned.
• Initiative– Actively seeking opportunities to make a contribution rather than passively accepting situations. Take action to achieve goals; originates action.

Background, Experience and Education

• At least 18 years of age and high school diploma or GED certificate required
• Early education BA, AA or CDA highly preferred
• Previous experience in a state licensed facility OR 24 hours of documented pre-service training required.
• Experience working in children’s ministry is a plus
• Must meet all teacher qualifications as stated in the Minimum Standards for child care centers in Texas which includes maintaining First-Aide and CPR certification during employment

$15 - $18 biweekly