Do you feel called to work in a Christian Ministry?
Do you want to work where you make a difference in the lives of others?
If so, join us at the Atlanta Mission, where we make a difference in the lives of over 1000 men, women, and children every day by providing food, shelter, clothing, counseling, vocational and spiritual guidance. We get to witness radical life transformations.

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As a Teacher, you are critical to our ministry by providing support for all aspects of the care & education for the children enrolled in his/her class._

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:*

• Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class whether in the classroom, on the playground, or in common areas
• Assist in maintaining regular observation and evaluation of children's development and progress as directed by the administration
• Assist in maintaining responsibility daily for the ordered arrangement, appearance, decor, and cleanliness of the learning environment of the classroom
• Create safe and appropriate diapering, toileting, and handwashing areas and help children with all personal hygiene skills
• Serve as a role model for the children in the areas of attitude, speech, and actions on a daily basis
• Treat each child with dignity and respect for his/her cultural background
• Encourage children's development in the areas of building self-confidence, problem-solving, and taking responsibility for their actions
• Interact with each child daily through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.
• Provide classroom coverage for staff during lunch breaks and as needed
• Attend staff and parent meetings as required
• Nurture positive relationships with parents and establish continual communication.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures are being followed according to Georgia Bright from the Start policies and regulations.
• Maintain individual GaPDS account

You will uphold the following Christ-Centered values:

• Humbly Serve: You strive to live, Love and Lead like Jesus
• Faithfully Steward: You honor and wisely use the time, talent and treasures that God has provided
• Courageously Innovate: You are driven towards excellence, you continuously learn, adapt and improve
• Joyfully Celebrate: You intentionally appreciate and recognize all that God is doing in and through all the stakeholders of Atlanta Mission.
• Strength in Unity: You embrace God’s desire for oneness and kingdom-focused unity.

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Position Requirements:*

• High school diploma or GED; and 0 to 3 years of early care and education experience with young children; and 0 to 30 clock hours of state-approved/ accepted training
• Demonstrated track record of dealing with diverse demographic
• Excellent listening skills and a teachable spirit with the ability to learn from others
• Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite applications; and experience working in a donor database, Salesforce experience preferred
• Creative and critical thinker
• Leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to work in a licensed, quality-rated center
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Certification or License Requirements:

• Valid Adult & Infant CPR/First Aid Certificate

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Physical Requirements*:

• Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing, sitting and/or walking)
• Must be able to communicate accurate information
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25lbs

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What we Have to Offer You & Your Family
Employee Benefits:

• Retirement Savings with Matching Contribution
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance

Employer Paid Benefits:

• 10 Paid Holiday
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Travel Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical Concierge
• Spiritual & Professional Training & Development

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.37 - $22.97 per hour