FUMC Learning Center, located in Pascagoula, MS, is looking for a Pre-School Teacher for the toddler class. This is a Christian Learning Center, so we are looking for someone with a Christian attitude to teach from a religious perspective. Our teachers are here to nurture the minds and spirits of our young students, so we are actively searching for candidates with a professional attitude, appearance, and work ethic! We are looking for candidates that are interested and invested in working with children.

You will encourage the healthy intellectual and psychological growth of the children in our facilities. You will teach and supervise them while also motivating them to use their mental capacities and exercise their imagination.

Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

 Supervising and playing with the children

 Light house keeping

 Design and follow a full schedule of activities and discover suitable teaching material

 Responding to the physical and emotional needs of the young children

 Balance your teaching between logical and social exercises

 Provide basic care and caregiving activities

 Use a wide range of teaching methods (stories, media, indoor or outdoor games, drawing etc) to enhance the child's abilities

 Evaluate children's performance to make sure they are on the right learning track

 Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children

 Observe children's interactions and promote the spirit of concord and Christianity

 Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action

 Collaborate with other colleagues

 Maintaining accurate records (includes but not limited to: attendance, ouch reports, lesson plans, and daily reports)

 Adhere with teaching standards and safety regulations as established by the MSDH

Skills:

 Proven experience as a child care / daycare teacher/caregiver/floater

 Excellent knowledge of child development and up-to-date education methods

 Patience, flexibility and love for children

 Strong communication and time management skills

 Certificate in first aid and CPR (Training provided and costs covered by center)

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $8.50 - $12.00 per hour (Varies on experience and education)

Schedule:

 8 hour shift (Start time varies)

 Monday to Friday

Education Requirements:

 High school or equivalent (Preferred, but not required)

Experience:

 Teaching: 1 year (Preferred, but not required)

 Childcare/Caregiver: 1 year (Preferred, but not required)

 Floaters/Caregivers: 1 year (Preferred, but not required)

Clearances required (Employer will cover costs):

 121 Immunization Form (Formal copy from MSDH)

 Background Check (Fingerprinting through MSDH)

Payroll Requirements (Copies made at center after employee is hired):

 Driver’s License

 Social Security Card

 Voided Chack for Direct Deposit

Supplemental Pay:

1. Monthly Attendance Bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $8.50 - $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person