Hillside United Methodist Church

Preschool/Pre-K Lead Teacher

Hours: 7:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. M-Th (30-35 hours per week) with flexible Friday hours for classroom planning and prep as well as evening hours with preschool activities

Summary

The Pre-school/Pre-K Lead teacher shall work with the Hillside Preschool Director and/or HUMC Lead Pastor in the implementation of the mission of the HUMC Preschool.  He/she will work directly with the teaching of children to ensure a Christian environment that encourages age-appropriate development and safety.  He/she will also foster positive relationships with the students and their parents.

The successful candidate will possess an AS, BA, or BS In education, elementary or early childhood development, or a college degree in early childhood curriculum classes, or a current Child Development Certification by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, as well as current CPR and First Aid certification (CPR/FA training provided).  Prior professional work experience in an elementary or early childhood classroom is preferred.  He/she will relate to and communicate with children and their parents in an appropriate manner.  Must have valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

Essential skills include:

·         Strong verbal and written communication.

·         Effective time management and conflict resolution

·         Direction of Assistant Teacher and Teacher’s Aide in a collaborative manner.

·         Fostering respectful and positive character qualities in self, staff and students.

·         Embrace and enforce HUMC’s child protection policies.