Team Lead - Early Childhood Educator II

Wheeler Mission Ministries; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeler Mission Ministries in Indianapolis seeks an Early Childhood Educator II to co-teach in a therapeutic Compass Kids classroom at the Center for Women and Children. The role supports infants to preschoolers in a Christ-centered, trauma-informed environment.

Requires 2+ years with young children, an associate degree or CDA, and strong communication. 40 hours/week, with background checks and adherence to WM policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience with young children.
• Associate degree or CDA required.
• Experience in trauma-informed or supportive settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Co‑teach in a therapeutic classroom within Compass Kids.
• Apply developmentally appropriate, trauma‑informed approaches.
• Use evidence‑based curricula and sensory tools.
• Communicate with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers.
• Manage and monitor student data from classrooms.
• Ensure Christ‑centered, strengths‑based program delivery.
• Provide daily parent updates and program communications.
• Assist with accreditation documents and staff meetings.
• Oversee daily activities and community engagement.

Skills

Dependability

Organizing

Regulatory Compliance

Effective Communication

Approachability

Reporting

Flexibility

Adaptability

Patience

Community Engagement

Data Management

Coordinating

Collaboration

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or CDA

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Paycom

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Center for Women and Children - Indianapolis, IN 46201, Position Type: Full-time (Hourly), Education Level: High School Diploma or GED, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Position Description

Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

Job Title: Early Childhood Educator II

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Program Manager Compass Kids

Full or Part-time: Full-time

Team: Center for Women and Children (CWC)

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Educator will be responsible for co‑teaching in a therapeutic classroom environment in the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children. This individual will support children in the infant, walker, toddler and/or preschool age groups and play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for them.

Key Duties and 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.
• Manage and monitor student data from each of the classrooms.
• Ensure the program meets the needs of the children in a Christ‑centered, strengths‑focused, and trauma‑informed manner.
• Teach basics of early childhood education in line with the best practice standards through utilization of sensory tools.
• Provide daily communication to parents as well as 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.
• Assist Program Manager with managing the accreditation compliance documents.
• Oversee community engagement through the Compass Kids Program.
• Mentor the Level I Early Childhood Educator for classroom management skills.
• Coordinate and oversee daily activities within Early Childhood Center.

Competencies Required

• Dependability
• Organizing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Effective Communication Skills
• Approachability
• Reporting
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Patience
• Community Engagement
• Child‑Centered Approach
• Data Management
• Coordinating<
• Collaboration
• Time Management

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of experience working with young children.
• Must have an associate degree or Child Development Associate (CDA).
• 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).

Technical/Software Knowledge

• Above average knowledge in Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to learn HRIS software (Paycom) as well as other software necessary.

Mission Alignment

• Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible.
• Adherence to WM Employee Policies.
• Alignment with WM Core Values:
• Christ‑Centered Purpose
• Faithful Stewardship
• Excellence
• Grace and Truth

Physical Requirements

The Early Childhood Educator must be able to carry out the required job duties in a fast‑paced Christ Centered environment that is grace‑based, and strengths‑focused.

• Lift a 10–30‑pound child, using all safety precautions.
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and play with infants, toddlers, or young children for long periods of time.
• Conduct activities both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.

Other Requirements for Employment

• Availability to work 40 hours per week: Monday through Friday, with shift times varying between 7am to 6pm.
• Occasional travel may be required for field trips.
• Confidentiality Policy.
• Statement of Faith.
• Adherence to Wheeler Mission’s Code of Conduct and Core Values.
• Background check, fingerprints, physical, and TB test will be required for this position.
• All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test. This drug and/or alcohol testing may occur any time after the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment.

Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice. This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.