What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Substitute Teacher's Assistant position at Cherry Hills Christian School?
Description
The Preschool Substitute Teacher's Assistant is committed to honoring Christ by preparing students to live fully for God in a rapidly changing world, knowing they are His masterpieces, uniquely designed for His purpose. The Preschool Substitute Teacher's Assistant ensures that the classroom learning environment is Christian-based, nurturing, wholesome and loving.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ
- Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live
- Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships
- Pursue spiritual growth through community and daily devotions
- Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions
Demonstrate Commitment to Cherry Hills Christian School
- Be an active, engaged member of the school community
- Attend and serve at school-wide, all-hands-on-deck events (Examples: Meet & Greet, Back to School Night, etc.)
- Accept and uphold CHC’s Essentials of Faith
Efficiently Work With and Lead Alongside Age Level Teachers
- Assist the teacher in facilitating the learning environment and implementing daily lesson plans
- Assist the teacher in implementing positive, age-appropriate classroom management and discipline procedures
- Along with the teacher, facilitate small group learning experiences for the children, assisting the teacher in assessing children’s ongoing growth/progress as needed
- Attend all staff meetings, staff in-services and special events as required by the Director
- Understand and implement all building emergency procedures and state regulations regarding the care and education of young children
Cultivate positive relationships with children and families
- Connect relationally with children and parents during drop-off/pick-up, greeting each child and introducing yourself
- Assist in caring for a child’s special needs, such as tying shoes, consoling, encouraging and administering minor first aid
- Represent Cherry Hills Christian in a favorable and professional manner
- Pray for the children and families you serve
Other Administrative Leadership Responsibilities
- Is knowledgeable about Cherry Hills Christian policies and procedures and assists with day-to-day operations
- Assists in overseeing the maintenance of a clean, safe environment for school operations
- Help staff, students and volunteers function efficiently and effectively
- Respects professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents or staff
- Perform other related, similar or logical duties as required or assigned.
Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude
Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned
SPIRITUAL GIFTS
God equips every Christ-follower with spiritual gifts to serve and strengthen the body of Christ and to partner with Him in the advancement of His kingdom.
The following spiritual gifts are recommended for this role: Service, Administration and Mercy.
POSITION TYPE: On-call, (August-May)
HOURS PER WEEK: Varies
SUPERVISOR: Director of Preschool
SALARY RANGE: $19.00 per hour
Accepting applications throughout the year.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and it should be evident in both the personal and professional life
- Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement
- Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement
- Ability to meet additional state requirements including:
- Fingerprinting
- Background check
- Immunization and health requirements
- Ability to fulfill the requirements outlined on the State of Colorado Professional Development Information System
- Maintain requirements for 15 hours of continuing education each year as well as other required training
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred or willingness to take Early Childhood classes required by the Department of Early Childhood Education: ECE 101 and ECE 102 or 103
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Must have a flexible attitude with a servant’s heart
- Must have flexible schedule to accommodate last minute requests
Salary : $19