Preschool Assistant Teacher

Montgomery Community Church Preschool Title:

Assistant Teacher Classification:

Part-time 7- 20 hours/week

Benefits:

None Purpose:

The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher and the Director by helping to create a caring and safe environment for the preschoolers and assisting in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education. Responsibilities General Knowledgeable of Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Child Care Center Manual (ODJFS CCCM) rules. Current account in Ohio Child Care Referral and Resources Association (OCCRRA). Must be able to communicate, listen and work well with others in a team environment. Assisting the staff in implementing a quality educational program. Assisting in developing positive relationships with the preschoolers and their parents. Responsible for implementing developmentally appropriate activities based on preschooler's interests and needs under the direction of the Lead Teacher and the Director. Volunteers Aids in the supervision of room parent volunteers at holiday parties. Other Convey MCC's Christian message and carry out its mission by exemplifying and promoting biblical values and fostering life-giving relationships with preschool staff and preschool families, while serving in this ministry role. Such actions include offering prayer, encouragement, and comfort in both personal and work relationships. Give full commitment in work and deed to support the faith, tenants and cultural expectations of MCC. Foster high levels of cooperation and effectively work in a team environment with quality relationships and respect for each staff's giftedness and unique abilities. Ability to work with a teachable heart, good attitude, and unified spirit. Performance Expectations Actively engage in activities; manage classroom cleanliness and maintenance, and availability of classroom materials. Help ensure smooth, daily transition from home to preschool. Required to complete the staff orientation training as prescribed by ODJFS within 30 days of hire date. Ability to work well with others. Qualifications Knowledge and Experience Agreement with MCC Constitution, Beliefs Statement, Mission, and Vision. Team building skills, strong organization and self-initiative, follow-through, task orientation, ability to see the big picture, and exceptional relational ability. Completed high school education. Completed CDA or 6 hours of ECE credit helpful but not required. Prefer minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience. An understanding of child development. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Must clear full background check per ODJFS and renew every 5 years. Must pass health screening and have a completed Medical Statement, signed by a physician. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Complete Child Abuse Recognition training and Management of Communicable Disease training. Renew before expiration date, every 2 or 3 years depending on the training. Personal Characteristics/Skills Relational Detail oriented Reliable Good communication skills Spiritual Gifts Teaching, Encouragement Service Reports to

MCC Preschool Director Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $13.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person