Daycare Teacher

Company Description: Ebenezer United Methodist Church has served the Stafford, Virginia, community for more than 170 years as a place of faith, connection, and service for people of all ages and backgrounds. Guided by its Methodist heritage, the church puts faith into action by meeting needs, building relationships, and sharing God’s love locally and globally. Through worship, small groups, children and student ministries, missions, and outreach, Ebenezer creates opportunities for individuals and families to connect, grow spiritually, and serve others. Ebenezer Preschool and Ebenezer Daycare extend this commitment to families by providing safe, nurturing, and engaging early childhood environments where children can learn, explore, and build friendships. The church partners with local organizations and supports families so that children can develop a strong foundation for the future while the community continues to grow and serve together. Organizational Purpose Participate in the daycare classrooms as a trusted guide in a child’s earliest and most formative years. Spark curiosity through play-based learning, help develop social and emotional skills, and create a safe, loving environment where they feel seen, heard, and valued. Essential Functions Monitor children at all times to prevent accidents and ensure safe interactions with peers and staff. Feed, diaper, and assist with toilet training, dressing, and maintaining hygiene for younger children. Plan and facilitate age-appropriate activities, crafts, games, and outdoor play to promote learning and social skills. Encourage positive behavior, modeling social skills and effective discipline when necessary. Monitor developmental progress noting behavioral or health concerns and communicating with parents or guardians. Administer first aid or medication as instructed. Core Competencies Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting without a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others. Approachability: Is easy to approach and talk to; Spends the extra effort to put others at ease; Can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; Is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; Practices attentive and active listening; Has the patience to hear people out; Can accurately restate the opinions of others even when he/she disagrees; Is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it. Qualifications, Education or Experience High School Diploma or equivalent, Child Development Associate or Early Childhood Development certificate preferred. Minimum of 2 years’ field experience. Patience, empathy, strong communication, interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and knowledge of child development stages. First aid and CPR certifications required; MAT optional but preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to pass necessary background checks. Must be flexible and able to work with all ages of children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. #J-18808-Ljbffr