Lead Preschool Teacher - Early Learning Center

Description

Position at King's Schools

Location: Shoreline, WA

Employment Status: Full Time

Compensation: $46,000 - $69,000, DOE

Benefit Highlights: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans w/CRISTA match, Family Care, Paid Holidays, PTO, Tuition Discount at King’s Schools.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).

CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.

CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
• Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.

CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES

• Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
• Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
• Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

KING’S PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Building resilient disciples of Christ through Christian education.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for all teaching, organization, and supervision within the area of assigned responsibility, creating and maintaining a fun, safe, and age-appropriate preschool learning environment under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director. Provide instruction to students using the established curriculum of King’s Early Learning Center. Work together with the Assistant Teacher to develop and maintain a high-quality program that enhances the mission of King’s Schools and CRISTA Ministries. Foster a classroom culture in which the children learn, grow, and thrive socially and spiritually. Have working knowledge of the Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) Licensing standards of Washington State.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(General overview and may include all details of responsibilities)

Christ-centered Leadership and Education

• Foremostly, model a committed Christian faith and personal relationship with Jesus and minister to the spiritual needs of students and our school community through all activities undertaken in Dean of Students role.
• Educate students in a manner consistent with, and reflective of, the Christian tenets of the Statement of Faith and the CCC, including the incorporation of these shared Christian religious beliefs and conduct into all student curricula (sometimes referred to as integrating faith and learning, or integration of a biblical worldview) and programming.
• Teach a biblical worldview that is integrated into all curriculum and activities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the Bible and application of a biblical worldview to subject matter and Dean of Students conduct as a minister in our school community.
• Through godly leadership, engage and inspire the academic, spiritual and emotional growth of students.
• Be ready and available to lead staff devotionals and staff prayer.

Discipleship and Spiritual Development

• Model a personal and growing Christian faith that aligns with CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Chrisitan Community Commitment (CCC). Contribute to the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare of the students.
• Minister to the spiritual needs of students and develop a vibrant Christian faith community.
• Support the spiritual needs of students through relationship and personal modeling of your own Christian faith.
• Lead meetings in prayer.
• Instruct and be available to lead and support students’ spiritual formation.

Spiritual Leadership:

• Begin each school day with a short, age-appropriate devotional.
• Teach weekly Bible lessons through simple Bible stories, songs, prayer, and daily interactions.
• Incorporate and reinforce the Fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23) through daily interactions and classroom activities.
• Attend and assist in weekly preschool-wide Chapel times.

Curriculum Leadership:

• Provide nurturing, positive instruction aligned with the curriculum.
• Plan instruction on annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly, and daily timelines.
• Implement age-appropriate lessons using approved curriculum materials and resources.
• Create, maintain, and implement a written classroom behavior plan aligned with King’s ELC behavior management goals.

Staff Leadership:

• Establish and maintain a collaborative, well-functioning classroom team with the Assistant Teacher.
• Appropriately delegate responsibilities to the Assistant Teacher and provide guidance and feedback as needed.
• Work collaboratively with administration, colleagues, and support staff.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, open houses, parent events, and special programs.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and a calm demeanor in a busy, open environment.
• Be available to colleagues for collaboration, problem-solving, and support.

Student-Parent Leadership:

• Observe, assess, and document student progress toward established developmental standards.
• Communicate daily with families through verbal updates and written communication.
• Provide weekly classroom updates to parents and administration.
• Collaborate with parents and administration to address student needs and concerns.
• Prepare student observations and written progress reports as required.
• Be available and prepared for parent-teacher conferences.

Classroom Leadership:

• Maintain a classroom environment that is safe, organized, age-appropriate, and conducive to learning.
• Arrange classroom materials and spaces to support curriculum goals and student success.
• Follow guidelines for classroom displays and posted information.
• Know, follow, and comply with all state licensing regulations and policies affecting the classroom.
• Provide responsive care including feeding, diapering, toileting support, and rest time routines

Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

CHRIST CENTERED

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
• Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education as well as a Short Certificate (20 credits) or equivalent or working towards the certificate.

EXPERIENCE

• One year of experience working with children of this age group.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• Washington state required 30-hour basic training
• Infant/Child CPR and first aid
• Food handlers’ card
• Proof of negative TB test
• Proof of MMR vaccination
• HIV and blood borne pathogen training
• Other certifications as deemed necessary by the state for work in a licensed childcare facility

SOFTWARE / EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Microsoft Word, Excel, Computer Technology experience, Office 365, Teams, OneNote

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A calm, positive demeanor is required as well as a patient child-centered temperament.
• A positive professional attitude.
• Able to work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, students and their parents. · Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. (WAC 388-113)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field.

EXPERIENCE

• Two years of prior experience as a lead teacher in a preschool classroom.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

• Teaching certificate for Pre-K-elementary age children from an accredited university or college.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINTATION

CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern.  As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.

Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.