Lead Teacher for POWERHOUSE OAK CLIFF TEACHER

Job Description

Job Description

The Powerhouse Teacher is responsible for supervising and engaging students in a safe and supportive before and/or afterschool program environment. Planning and implementing age-appropriate faith-based curriculum through daily devotionals, object lessons, STEM-based learning activities, homework assistance, and fostering social and emotional well-being. The teacher will communicate effectively with parents as needed and will collaborate with other staff members to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all stakeholders. All Powerhouse Teachers report to the campus Site Director and/or supervisor. This position is part-time Monday – Friday ranging between 15 – 25 hours per week.

Responsibilities + Duties:

• Ensure that students are provided with a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control in the presence of children and when performing assigned responsibilities.
• Relate to children with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.
• Provide care that is consistent with the child’s habits, interests, strengths, and any special needs, including any special supervision needs or care.
• Ensure the level of supervision necessary to provide each child’s safety and well-being, including physical proximity and auditory or visual awareness of each child’s ongoing activity as appropriate.
• Encouraging communication and expression of feelings in appropriate ways.
• Adhere to program schedule that includes all activities required by State Minimum Standards.
• Execute devotionals and chapels with students in a fun and effective manner.
• Prepare, supervise, and implement special classroom activities and events according to the needs, abilities, and requirements of State Minimum Standards.
• Maintain classroom ratio and verify students’ attendance daily.
• Implement and maintain classroom discipline procedures using positive guidance techniques.
• Set appropriate behavior expectations based on the child’s current stage of development.
• Observe, record, and report to the Site Director any significant behavior of children or staff that does not line up with program standards, policies, or procedures.
• Actively participate in community engagement events conducted by the school and/or church.
• Prepare and routinely communicate with parents regarding their student when needed (i.e. tallies and positive referrals).
• Adhere and implement appropriate emergency drills and safety procedures such as administering CPR & First Aid when needed.
• Ensure that equipment and supplies are age-appropriate for children while also teaching them to use the items properly.
• Maintain confidentiality with all information regarding students, staff, projects, property, etc.
• Collaborate effectively with other program staff members to ensure a cohesive and well-managed program.
• Informing campus Site Director when supplies are needed for replenishment or upcoming planned projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Teachers are responsible for the well-being of the students
• Maintain 15 annual training clock-hours and CPR + First Aid certification required by State Minimum Standards.
• Know the individual age, abilities, special care, and/or medical needs of each student in their care.
• Ensure that no child is abused, neglected, or exploited while in the care of the operation.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation to the Site Director, DFPS or to law enforcement, as specified in the Texas Family Code §261.101. The Site Director can guide you through the process if needed.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification is required.
• Previous experience in a state licensed childcare center or church setting is strongly recommended. 
• Willing to obtain 15 hours of Early Childhood Education within the first 6 months of position.
• Working knowledge of Texas State Minimum Standards as it pertains to the operation of the facility.
• Able to repeatedly bend, stoop and run; must be able to lift and carry a child if a situation presents itself.

General Expectations 

• Commitment to continual growth in personal spiritual life and relationship with Christ
• Support the vision, values and ministry of Powerhouse and Oaks Church
• Proactive thinking and a willingness to learn and train others.
• Model a Godly life for volunteers, students, and other staff members.
• Be teachable with a humble and submissive attitude.
• Willing to be flexible and positive when asked to help other staff members, school functions, etc.