What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher - Christian Preschool position at Chesapeake Christian Fellowship?
Do you have a heart for children and a love for Christ? Join our team at Shepherd’s Flock (Chesapeake Christian Fellowship), where we are dedicated to nurturing young minds in a faith-filled environment.
We are currently seeking a Assistant Preschool Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood education and committed to supporting our mission of teaching children about God’s love while helping them grow academically, socially, and spiritually.
Responsibilities:
- Help lead classroom activities
- Help complete lesson preparation
- Supervise children during playtime, meals, and nap time
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming classroom environment
- Support the spiritual development of children through Bible stories, songs, and prayer
- Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and fellow staff
Qualifications:
- A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to Christian values
- Regularly attends church
- 90 hour Childhood Training complete (preferred)
- Experience working with young children (preferred)
- Patience, kindness, and a joyful attitude
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
- High school diploma or equivalent required (early childhood education credits a plus)
- Must meet all licensing requirements, including background checks
If you feel called to serve in a Christ-centered early education setting, we’d love to hear from you!
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you completed a 90 hour Childhood Training course?
Experience:
- working with children: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18