Preschool Lead Teacher (2 year old class)
We’re looking for enthusiastic, joyful individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families. If you enjoy working as part of a supportive team in a fun, faith-centered environment, we’d love to meet you! Must be a team player and enjoy working on an amazing staff and an amazing campus with a coffee shop. We offer competitive pay with 2 weeks off at Christmas, 1 week off for Spring Break and school holidays.
Qualifications:
- Completed a minimum of 12 ECE units in Early Childhood Education.
- At least 18 years of age and a high school graduate.
- Able to lift 20 pounds.
- Willing to complete Live Scan fingerprinting and successfully pass a background clearance.
- In agreement with the church’s Statement of Faith, available on our website during the application process.
Served by: Preschool Director & Assistant Director
Works with: Preschool Teacher Aides, Preschool Support Staff
Works: Part-time, max of 29.75 hours per week
Pay Range: $19 – $21/hour
Scope:
Fullerton Free Preschool teachers serve in a missionary role to the kids and families of our community. The teacher brings spiritual leadership and development to the classroom environment and works as part of a team to foster a climate of faith and growth through the school’s activities. Preschool teachers are responsible for classroom preparation, teaching, and supervision of children. This is an ideal opportunity for a person passionate about combining classroom excellence with spiritual development.
Teaching and Classroom Management: 80%
- Give full attention to the safety, physical and emotional well-being of the children. Set classroom objectives in coordination with the assigned curriculum.
- Prepare a monthly newsletter for parents, including learning objectives and themes.
- Plan and arrange classroom activity centers such as home center, science center, art supplies, music equipment, library center, toy tables, block center, concept games, cooking activities, bulletin boards, free play, art activity, story circle, outside time, music, movement, sharing, and activities to develop fine and gross motor skills.
- Assure children’s bathroom and diaper needs are met (if applicable).
- Daily classroom set up.
- Supervise playground activity.
Spiritual Direction: 10%
- Cultivate intimacy with God and growth in Christ-like character through personal and corporate spiritual disciplines.
- Participate in daily group prayer time with preschool staff.
- Model Biblical principles in interactions with parents and children. Focus on becoming acquainted with each parent and giving special attention to each child.
- Lead class prayers at snack and lunch times.
- Incorporate faith principles into curriculum and classroom environment
Administrative: 10%
- Prepare a monthly list of supplies needs.
- Participate in staff meetings.
Please click on the following link to apply for the position: Employment Application
Before submitting a resume and cover letter, please read Fullerton Free’s Statement of Faith. All applicants confirm they have reviewed and are in full agreement with each part of the Statement of Faith. Submission of a resume and cover letter constitutes an affirmation of alignment with Fullerton Free’s Statement of Faith.