Early Childhood Educator

Wheeler Mission Ministries•Indianapolis, IN

5d•$13 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. This position is considered a ministry role and is vital to the team. All employees must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to the Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment. Employees are encouraged to share the Gospel. The Early Childhood Educator will co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment within the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children, supporting children in infant, walker, toddler, and/or preschool age groups. The role provides a nurturing and supportive environment and implements developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches using evidence-based curriculum and sensory tools. Daily communication with parents and staff is required, along with adherence to all policies and procedures. Participation in staff meetings is also expected.

Requirements

Must have 1+ years of experience working with young children.
Must have a high school diploma, or equivalent.
Must have or obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification during employment.
Above average knowledge in Microsoft Outlook.
Ability to learn HRIS software (Paycom) as well as other software necessary.
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.
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.
Availability to work 40 hours per week: Monday through Friday, with shift times varying between 7am to 6pm.
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.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within a school or family recovery setting.
Working knowledge of children who have been impacted by trauma, poverty and/or homelessness.

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.
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.