EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Job Description

Great opportunity to gain experience working in both a childcare and Christian setting. Gain experience working with and ministering to preschool age children.

The Harvest Daycare and Preschool, located in Lexington, is looking for caring, compassionate Christian Preschool Teachers, who have experience caring for children ages six weeks to five years. At least 6 months childcare experience (1 year preferred) in a DSS facility is required for these roles. We are committed to providing a loving Christian education, loving Christian environment and top quality care for children who are enrolled in our program. Our goal is to enhance the lives of every child and family that is a part of our program. If you are a patient, caring professional with a background in childcare who also loves Jesus, loves children, and loves teaching His word, we hope you will stop by to discuss this position.

We're looking for qualified candidates to fill both FULL TIME (benefit eligible positions starting at $12.50/hour) and PART TIME (starting at $11.50/hour) opening and closing positions at our award-winning daycare! The opening shift hours are typically 7am – 12pm and the closing shift hours are typically 1pm – 6pm. License#: 22697

Responsibilities (this list is not inclusive of all tasks)

• We are looking for qualified Preschool Teachers to prepare small children for kindergarten by easing them into organized education while also sharing the love and Word of God. You will teach them important elements that they will encounter soon after they enter school life. A preschool teacher must have a great love and patience for children. Qualifications needed to teach them effectively include knowledge of best practices and preschool educational methods as well as the ability to engage them and earn their trust and attention. The goal is to contribute to the healthy mental and emotional development of the child so they can more easily acclimate in the next level of education.
• Maintaining a safe classroom environment
• Develop a cleaning routine throughout the day that keeps all of the interactive areas sanitary and safe
• Monitor children during outdoor activities and interact with the children to enhance their learning
• Work with Executive Director, Director, and Assistant Director to maintain communication with parents and contact parents in emergency situations
• Prepare and serve meals and monitor children during lunch time Attend and chaperone field trips as needed

Requirements:

• Be a Christian
• Have high school diploma or GED
• * At least 6 months childcare experience (1 year preferred) in a DSS facility is required for all full-time roles and is highly preferred for all part time employees.
• Ability to pass Background Check
• Ability to pass Drug Test
• Ability to pass DSS Fitness for Duty Physical and TB test
• Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds
• Love working with children
• Full time positions qualify health benefits, PTO, vision, dental, life insurance and short term disability

About Harvest

Harvest is a place of love and grace for all people through our friendly welcome, worship, practical biblical messages, and connecting through bible studies and relationship building. We equip our employees and members with the resources to grow, serve and witness. Being a part of this team is exciting to us because it means you have felt the call of God to join us in the mission and vision of the Lord. Our staff believes God has given us a wonderful opportunity to reach our community, and beyond, with the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $11.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you interested in full-time or part time employment?
• This position requires one to LOVE Children, LOVE the Lord, and LOVE teaching His word. Does this describe you?

Work Location: In person