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EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHER

FOCUS POINT CHILDREN ACADEMY

Job Description

Job Description


About This Role

Job Description

 Do you love sharing God’s love through laughter, play, and learning? We’re looking for a Preschool Teacher who can bring creativity, high energy, and joy into the classroom while planting seeds of faith and “ Pointing Little Lives to Jesus .” If singing Bible songs, teaching through play, and helping children discover God through the Bible brings you joy, we’d love to meet you!

The Early Childhood Teacher will be dedicated to nurturing and inspiring young children. In this dynamic role, you will create a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that promotes spiritual growth, curiosity, social-emotional growth, and foundational skills. Your enthusiasm and expertise will empower young learners to explore their world confidently while supporting their individual developmental needs through innovative teaching strategies and compassionate care. The Teacher will also foster positive relationships with the children and their parents and provide support for the Director and other teachers.

  • Urgently Hiring

What You'll Do

Duties

  • Design and implement engaging lesson plans that foster creativity, critical thinking, and social skills while aligning with early childhood education standards.
  • Manage classroom activities to promote positive behavior management, ensuring a respectful and inclusive environment for all children.
  • Support children with special educational needs and early intervention strategies to facilitate their learning and social integration.
  • Conduct ongoing assessments using standardized testing tools to monitor progress and inform instructional adjustments.
  • Collaborate with families through clear communication about child welfare, developmental milestones, and classroom experiences.
  • Maintain a well-organized classroom environment that encourages independence, safety, and active participation in learning activities.

Requirements

Requirements | Experience

  • Professing Christian with a Biblically sound salvation experience that is clearly communicated.
  • Exhibit a Christ-like servant attitude.
  • Strong commitment to a Biblical worldview.
  • Maintain a personal appearance that is a Christian role model of cleanliness, modesty, good taste, and in agreement with ministry policy.
  • High School Diploma or TECTA required. (CDA and/or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.)
  • Must have Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to get it.
  • Must clear full background check and pass health screening.
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of professional child care experience in a daycare, preschool, or private school setting is essential..
  • High energy and ability to interact well with children, stoop, sit on the floor and lift up to 35 lbs.
  • Strong written communication skills and basic computer skills.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, lesson planning, classroom management, and behavior management techniques.
  • Familiarity with childhood development principles, including literacy education, math concepts, and physical education.
  • Experience working with children who have special needs or require early intervention services is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication skills for engaging effectively with children, families, colleagues, and community partners.
  • Knowledge of standardized testing procedures relevant to early childhood assessment tools.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience working in a Christian environment.
  • Experience teaching the Bible.

Benefits

  • Child Care Discount
  • Paid holidays after 90 days
  • Bereavement pay
  • Vacation pay, after one year
  • There are NO health benefits available at this time

About Us

About Focus Point Children Academy

Focus Point Children Academy is a faith-based early childhood education center, rooted in a 126-year-old church establishment with a legacy of service, learning, and community support. Our childcare center is dedicated to providing a nurturing and Christ-centered environment where young children can grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, and academically.

We serve children ages 2.5 to 5 years old , offering a structured yet engaging curriculum designed to foster a love for learning. Our approach is centered on Christian values , incorporating prayer, Bible stories, and character-building lessons that encourage kindness, respect, and compassion.

At Focus Point Children Academy, we recognize the importance of early childhood education in shaping a child’s future. Our program is tailored to develop key foundational skills through age-appropriate activities, hands-on learning experiences, and guided play. Our curriculum blends Christian teachings with academic excellence , ensuring that each child is well-prepared for their transition to kindergarten. Through structured lessons in language development, math, science, creative arts, and social skills , we provide a strong educational foundation that fosters curiosity and confidence. Our teachers are trained professionals who are passionate about working with young children, guiding them with patience, love, and encouragement.

Parental involvement is a vital part of our philosophy. We believe that strong family partnerships create a well-rounded learning experience, and we encourage parents to be active participants in their child's educational journey. Whether through special events, parent workshops, or volunteer opportunities , we strive to build a supportive community where families feel connected and valued.

We hope that you can join our family as we Point Little Lives to Jesus!
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