Job Title: Teacher
Reports to: Preschool Director
Position Overview:
The Preschool Teacher educates and cares for children of varying ages of early childhood, providing a supportive, enriching and stimulating environment in which the preschool age child can experience physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual growth at his/her own developmental pace. The Teacher will support the Preschool’s philosophy to provide an interactive and educational opportunity by offering a program of vigorous play, quiet creative activities, and the chance to know, accept and establish relationships with others, and to extend the child’s world beyond his/her family and neighborhood.
The Preschool is an educational and spiritual outreach of the Glendora United Methodist Church, through a cooperative relationship with parents, staff members, church members and the community. Children and their families are introduced to simple stories of the life and teachings of Jesus.
Core Responsibilities:
· Provide a developmentally appropriate classroom environment (both inside and outside) that reflects the children’s learning and growth
· Have proficient knowledge in child development and early education best practices as well as safe, fun, age-appropriate activities for children
· Develop and implement age appropriate curriculum to nurture, stimulate, and meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of children in the classroom
· Meet individual student needs and challenge all students by adapting and varying instruction and curriculum
· Develop and maintain a constructive and ongoing rapport with children and parents
· Demonstrate cultural competency and respect for each child's background
· Incorporate cooperative learning strategies
· Support a classroom climate that is organized, light-hearted, and based upon mutual respect
· Collaborate with classroom co-teacher, if applicable
· Effectively and appropriately manage student behavior
· Team-plan and team-teach with other staff members as appropriate
· Exhibit age appropriate expectations for student development and behavior
· Participate in open houses, parent conferences, school registration, shows, fundraising events, and other special programs as appropriate and/or as assigned
· Pursue ongoing professional development and growth, including direction gained as an outcome of the teacher evaluation process
- Display an understanding of the United Methodist Church and a willingness to support the mission of GUMC.
Requisite Experience, Education, Skills and Abilities:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must have a minimum of 12 ECE units in the state-required core classes and experience in the classroom with children ages 2-5.
- Have a working knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to apply this knowledge to the everyday preschool environment.
- Must have good communication skills and the ability to become part of a great teaching team
- Meets state guidelines and licensing requirements as well as attending special trainings, as provided, by GUMC
- Have proof of current First Aid and CPR training
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 12 Child Development (ECE) units?
Experience:
- Teaching/Child Care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- First Aide and CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
