Children�s Ministry Preschool Teacher � Part-Time

Lakewood Church•Houston, TX

2d•$13 - $20

About The Position

If you have a heart for nurturing little ones during their most formative years, this is a role with a profound purpose! As KidsLife continues to grow, we are excited to expand our ministry to include mid-week Wednesday services, creating more opportunities to pour into children during these early, foundational years. We are seeking patient, loving, and Christ-centered individuals who enjoy teaching, comforting, and guiding preschool-age children in a safe, joyful, and faith-filled environment. This part-time role, serving primarily on Sundays and Wednesdays, is ideal for students, parents, and early childhood educators who desire flexible hours, meaningful service, and the opportunity to help introduce children to God’s love at a young age. Join a ministry where small moments create lifelong faith, and every child is known, loved, and prayed over. The Children’s Ministry Preschool Teacher is responsible for ensuring that quality ministry is taking place in the assigned role in the KidsLife Children’s Ministry of Lakewood Church. This position will primarily serve in the Preschool area, ages Three to Five years/Kindergarten. This position reports to the Preschool Manager.

Requirements

Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefs
Demonstrate a Christ-like character
Passionate about serving and ministering to families, volunteers, and staff
Professional appearance and conduct
Able to relate to children of all ages, parents, volunteers, other staff, and leaders in positive ways
Excellent teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills
An understanding of and commitment to enforcing our child safety policies and processes
Willing and able to make requested changes to classroom assignments
Cooperative and respectful of others, regardless of their attitude
Gracious, kind, and loving, even under intense pressure
Open to correction and responsive to volunteer and staff leadership
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in one or more areas of responsibility
Able to regularly lift up to 20 pounds
Able to stand and be mobile for extended periods of time
HS Diploma or GED
Minimum 6 months experience volunteering, daycare, or teaching experience

Nice To Haves

One year volunteering, daycare, or teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

Minister to children in a classroom, including teaching, guiding, and comforting them
Care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children
Engage all children in the assigned area at their developmental stage
Teach the assigned curriculum with enthusiasm
Ensure that quality ministry is taking place in the assigned classroom or role
Primary age focus is Preschool, three years to five years/Kindergarten, however, maintain flexibility to work with children of all ages, different personalities, and in different roles, based on the need
Adhere to all established Child Safety & Emergency protocols as defined by law and Lakewood Church policies
Actively pursue chances to assist with transitions, challenging behaviors, and extra duties with a positive team attitude
Model a Christ-like attitude at all times
Ensure that parents and children, and other KidsLife staff and volunteers have a positive experience with KidsLife
Inspire volunteer commitment in others
Arrive at the assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work
Maintain professionalism and a Christ-like attitude in dealings with parents and other KidsLife personnel regarding sensitive and confidential information
Complete all paperwork and classroom clean-up as assigned
Attend all KidsLife team meetings, staff meetings, and area trainings
Maintain a high level of dependability and reliability to working the assigned work schedules
Communicate schedule changes in a timely manner, and with all involved staff, Preschool Manager, Coordinator, and Team Lead
Maintain availability to serve during regular ministry days, including Sundays and Wednesdays, and for special events as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Regular attendance at Church services and classes
Be a happy giver and a generous member regarding tithes and offerings
Serving as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, and
Serving our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the Church