Explore & Grow Before and After School Teacher

Explore & Grow Before and After School Teacher |
Job Description

Responsible to: Ministry Director

Working Relationships: Explore & Grow Team

Scope of Position: The Before and After School Teacher plans and implements developmentally appropriate activities for the children in their classroom on a weekly basis.  He or she is also responsible for maintaining a safe, nurturing and educational environment, while working cooperatively with parents and staff.

Time Commitment:  Full Time/40 hours per week 

Split Shift: 6:30am-10:30am and 2pm-6pm Monday through Friday

Classification: Hourly, non-exempt

Typical Duties:          

·         Oversee the planning and implementation of appropriate activities for the children each week in science, math, art, language, music, religion, motor development and multi-cultural projects.

·         Incorporate worship, Bible stories, and scripture into the classroom

·         Create a safe, nurturing and positive learning environment

·         Maintain discipline in the classroom while treating the children with kindness, dignity and respect (abiding by the Licensing Rules for Childcare Centers)

·         Set clear, fair and consistent limits for the children as outlined in the Parent Handbook

·         Help the children with conflict resolution strategies through modeling skills and problem-solving skills

·         Maintain appearance, décor and safe learning environment for the classroom

·         Greet and engage in positive interactions with parents, children and other guests

·         Take attendance daily, including meal sheets

·         Communicate with families daily on the electronic app.

·         Supervise the class on the playground and in the gym.

·         Ensure that all state regulations are followed pertaining to the children and the classroom.

·         Attend required annual training and CPR.

Position Requirements:

·         Must have a love and willingness to serve children and their families.

·         Must be a committed Christian living a life of obedience to Christ.

·         Must be 18

·         CPR training, Blood Borne Training Annually

·         State required training and professional development

NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit Kentwood Community Church from assigning other work as needed.