Preschool Teacher (Mondays & Wednesdays)

“Born again” Christian with an active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Faithfully attends and supports a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with the CHESS Statement of Beliefs. Agree with, support, and abide by the CHESS Christian School Statement of Beliefs, Lifestyle Statement, and Educational Philosophy. K-12th teaching candidates must have a 4-year degree or the equivalent from a college or university. Preschool candidates must have a high school diploma. Location: Springboro, OH Job Id: 162 # of Openings: 0 Job Title: Preschool Teacher Department: Academic Reports to: Preschool Administrator Time Status: Part-time, 10 months, Mondays and Wednesdays Pay Status: Salary FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional EEOC: Professional Overview The Preschool Teacher role is pivotal in shaping the holistic development of our youngest students within a Christ-centered environment, emphasizing a balanced approach to learning through both structured and unstructured lessons. This professional creates an enriching atmosphere where hands-on activities and preschool play are seamlessly integrated with biblical teachings to foster cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. Responsibilities Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that seamlessly blend structured and unstructured learning experiences, incorporating hands-on activities and interactive preschool play Create a nurturing and stimulating Christ-centered environment that encourages children's creativity, curiosity, and social interactions Conduct regular assessments of each child's progress Integrate diverse teaching strategies to enhance the learning experience Collaborate with colleagues to plan and participate in school events, parent-teacher conferences, and professional development activities Implement classroom management techniques that redirect challenging behaviors while encouraging positive engagement, fostering a balance between intentional learning, creative exploration, and biblical values Maintain accurate attendance records, report any incidents, and follow established procedures for student safety Provide supervision of students during indoor or outdoor recess activities, ensuring the students’ safety and adherence to school and ODEW policies Assist in the orderly dismissal of students, as needed, maintaining a secure and organized transition from the classroom to car line Stay up to date on required trainings and engage in continuous professional development as required by ODEW Adhere to all ODEW policies and regulations, ensuring compliance with established standards to maintain a secure and healthy environment conducive to age appropriate learning experiences Be punctual and reliable, arriving on time for assigned classes and adhering to the school's schedule Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when facing unforeseen challenges or changes in lesson plans Maintain a professional and approachable demeanor when interacting with students, parents, and colleagues Continuously improve one's teaching skills and stay updated on educational trends and best practices Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee Required Qualifications “Born again” Christian with an active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord Faithfully attends and supports a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with the CHESS Statement of Beliefs Agree with, support, and abide by the CHESS Christian School Statement of Beliefs, Lifestyle Statement, and Educational Philosophy High School diploma or higher educational background Able to pass a background check Able to routinely lift 30 lbs without assistance Able to supervise students during outdoor recess in various weather conditions, including the heat and cold Strong understanding of creating and implementing effective lesson plans Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders Dedication to fostering a positive, Christ-centered learning environment Ongoing commitment to professional development and staying informed about educational trends Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of ODEW policies and regulations for preschool education Previous teaching experience in a Christian preschool or similar faith-based educational setting Up to date CPR and First Aid certification #J-18808-Ljbffr CHESS Christian School