Preschool Teacher

Bright Beginnings Preschool at Ankeny First United Methodist Church is looking for passionate, nurturing, and faith-rooted Preschool Teacher to help shape a new chapter in our 60+ year legacy. We seek a part-time 2-year-old teacher who will bring their love of children and experience in childcare, daycare, or early childhood education to our preschool. This is a PART-TIME position with 10 hours per week in the morning.

Bright Beginnings Preschool includes programming for two, three, four, and five-year-olds. We seek a teacher who helps the children, in their classroom, explore and grow through hands-on activities, faith-based values, and joyful play.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Manage classroom activities such as lessons, play, breaks, and snacks.
• Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and guidance as needed.
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom while adhering to health/safety and sanitation procedures
• Coordinate with the pastor liaison, volunteers, and other church staff as needed
• Collaborate with staff and church leadership in shaping the preschool's future

Desired Skills (Qualifications):

• Must meet the requirements of the local childcare regulatory agency
• Knowledge of the social, emotional, and creative needs of young children
• Prefer an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related degree, or a degree in a non-child-related field with experience or a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), or High school plus 3 years of experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to young children, teachers, and families
• Openness to God and appreciation of the role of the church

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person