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Primary Description:

The Preschool Aide has the primary responsibility to assist the Teacher in organizing and carrying out a developmentally appropriate program that nurtures children academically, socially, and spiritually. This role requires a heart for ministry and a commitment to providing a safe, Christ-centered environment.

Status: Part-Time

Lines of Accountability: Preschool Director

Ministry Responsibilities:

1. Instructional & Spiritual Leadership

  • Curriculum Implementation: Support the Teacher in preparing activities and implementing lesson plans that foster academic, social-emotional, spiritual, and physical growth centered on Christian values.
  • Faith Integration: Model Christian character and integrate biblical principles into daily activities and language experiences.
  • Creative Engagement: Utilize imagination and a variety of materials to provide an enriching, hands-on learning environment.

2. Student Assessment & Development

  • Progress Tracking: Regularly evaluate children’s development and communicate observations to the Teacher.
  • Individualized Care: Recognize each child as a unique individual, treating their moods, abilities, and possessions with sensitivity and respect.
  • Behavioral Guidance: Help children build confidence, navigate limitations, and develop healthy social habits through calm and controlled discipline and redirection.

3. Safety, Supervision, & Environment

  • Active Supervision: Maintain constant visual and auditory supervision of all children at all times. Note: Per licensing requirements, leaving a child unsupervised is grounds for immediate dismissal.
  • Health & Wellness: Teach proper health habits and maintain a current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.
  • Classroom Stewardship: Ensure a clean, inviting environment. Daily tasks include vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing toys as well as seasonal deep cleaning.

4. Communication & Collaboration

  • Parent Partnership: Support the Teacher in conducting formal Pre-K conferences in April.
  • Administrative Reporting: Ensure the Director is informed of any concerns regarding children, families, or staff while maintaining strict confidentiality.
  • Professionalism: Actively participate in monthly staff meetings and pursue ongoing professional development.

Requirements:

Must meet one of the following:

  • Unit-Based: 6+ core semester units in Child Development, ECE, or Child, Family, and Community, or actively enrolled in 3 units per consecutive semester until a minimum of 6 Child Development, ECE, or Child, Family, and Community units are completed.
  • Permit-Based: A Child Development Associate Teacher Permit.

Requirements Upon Hire:

  • Clearances: Fingerprint/Background clearance and proof of employment eligibility.
  • Health: Physical health screening, negative TB test, and proof of MMR and DTaP vaccines.
  • Certifications: Pediatric CPR/First Aid (or willingness to obtain) and completion of free online Mandated Reporter and Germ Management training.