Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Traders Point Christian Schools•Whitestown, IN

About The Position

This individual is responsible for assisting the lead teacher in guiding students as they navigate through social, personal, academic, and, most importantly, spiritual growth. The major responsibility of the position is to assist in educating students in a manner consistent with our school vision. This includes assisting students with age-appropriate academic experiences to facilitate a smooth transition into the next age group. Each assistant teacher should have an understanding of the social, emotional, physical, and, most importantly, spiritual changes that will occur during these early years. This individual will take precautions set by the administration to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. An assistant teacher will assist the lead teacher in maintaining standards of classroom behavior and upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy. An assistant teacher is expected to assist in developing and maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of the available resources. The assistant will also aid in evaluating student progress by providing feedback to the classroom teacher on a regular basis, as requested. As a teacher at TPCS, you are expected to instruct and model important religious functions that include Bible instruction, prayer, participation in weekly chapels, and other religious duties. At TPCS, your role as a teacher involves a pastoral element whereby, through example and direct instruction, you are acting as a minister of our Christian faith.

Requirements

The teacher is a Christian with an authentic and mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life, with a calling and commitment to Christian education.
The teacher must have the desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators, and community members.
The teacher must demonstrate respect for all.
The ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example, and comply with school standards is a must, as well as the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner.
Fingerprint and background check (provided)
First-Aid Certification (online class provided)

Nice To Haves

A CDA (Child Development Associate) credential or an associate degree in Early Childhood is preferred, but not required.
Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

Report 30 minutes before class and stay 30 minutes after class to prepare and clean the room.
Work the days and hours as assigned by the Principal.
Assist in carrying out age-appropriate lessons that will engage, instruct, and enrich the students in accordance with the policies and Christian philosophy of Traders Point Christian Schools.
Be familiar with the state guidelines and resources from others in the field to equip students to reach their individual goals.
Encourage an attitude of Christlikeness in all aspects of the classroom: lessons, relationships (student, parent, and staff); classroom management, and discipline.
Assist in planning and ordering the arrangement, appearance, décor, and learning environment of the classroom that is neat, orderly, and conducive to learning.
Assist in employing a variety of age-appropriate instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the resources available.
Attend all staff meetings and training sessions that are requested by the supervising principal and/or Head of Schools. Staff meetings are held on a monthly basis for Early Childhood staff.
Attend staff Bible study as requested by the supervising principal.
Assist in various public relations events sponsored by the school.
Maintain a current Infant/Child CPR and first aid certification.
Work effectively in aiding the lead teacher, including clear communication and duties, as assigned.
If a conflict should arise, the Matthew 18 principle should be followed as it is described in the TPCS Employee Handbook.
Continue to remain current with updates in technology and technological resources, as needed.
Other duties assigned by the Early Childhood Principal