Preschool Teacher Assistant

Assistant Teacher

A Gospel-centered, Multiethnic, Intergenerational church. We LOVE Discipleship! Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley in Southern California, Southwest started with humble beginnings in 1973. Eight believers launched a church in hopes of becoming an outpost for the gospel of Jesus Christ for the community in the desert. Decades later that inaugural momentum remains the core of our church's vision to be a church that is centered upon the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are a multiethnic church that believes that the gospel unites all people for the glory of Christ. We are excited about the gospel exchange that should take place from generation to generation. Our mission is to make disciples and unleash believers in the world to champion the gospel in their everyday lives.

Sitting on 42 acres that shares a property line with the famous Indian Wells Tennis Gardens. At one of the busiest intersections in the Valley, Southwest stands poised to minister to the 600,000 residents and an annual 3.5 million tourists that have made our region famous around the world!

Southwest Church is focused on discipling people to become committed followers of Jesus Christ. We desire all members of Southwest to be:

• Planted (the call to salvation)
• Rooted (the call to foundation)
• Growing (the call to maturation)
• Going (the call to multiplication)

Our values include:

• We are Faithful
• We are Family
• We are Fun
• We are Free
• We are Forgiving
• We are Flexible
• We are Forthright

As a vital member of the Preschool Teaching Team, the Assistant Teacher must be able to relate lovingly and consistently with children and their families, work willingly and pleasantly with other staff members and be flexible with change. The essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting and supporting the lead teacher in the planning, preparation and implementation of the program selected curriculum and activities.
• Continuously interacting with and supervising the students with encouragement, positive reinforcement and redirection in the classroom, Club House, and the playgrounds
• Teaching, coordinating and compassionately reinforcing learning in centers and small groups.
• Following all safety guidelines and procedures
• Cleaning, disinfecting and organizing interactive areas throughout the day and before leaving for the day.
• Keeping records of any problems that may occur throughout the day.
• Assisting with bathroom runs, making sure that children have good hygiene and changing diapers and/or clothing as necessary.
• Attending all devotionals, staff meetings and professional development as required by the Director.
• Continuing education at an accepted pace

Qualifications include:

• Know, love, and serve God and love kids.
• Be an active member of a Christian, Gospel-Centered Church
• Have earned a high school diploma and completed a minimum of 12 units of early childhood courses as required by the State of California
• Have 1+ years' experience in a childcare or teaching setting.
• Exemplify a friendly, professional, and positive demeanor.
• Demonstrate strong, yet loving and influential communication skills.
• Prove to be a proactive self-starter, creative problem solver, and collaborative team player.
• Must be in good mental and physical health with the ability to lift, bend, and reach without difficulty.

Physical requirements: Constant periods of sitting and repetitive motions. Occasionally able to lift or move up to 40lbs and standing or walking