Assistant Preschool Teacher

Hopkinton Christian Preschool (HCP) is a premier preschool providing a complete developmentally-appropriate program for children ages 2.9 to 5 years.  HCP is a ministry of Faith Community Church of Hopkinton. Faith Community Church is a non-denominational evangelical Christian church with a weekend attendance of 1000.  

Role Purpose  

The Teacher will be responsible for assisting the Preschool Director and other classroom teachers in providing leadership and oversight to the spiritual and educational needs of preschool children and their families. The position requires skills in communicating, organizing, and building relationship with preschool children and families.  

The position hours will vary with the individual teacher based on needs of the Preschool, specific classroom assignments, teacher preference and availability, and other staff member schedules, to ensure a fully staffed Preschool schedule.  Work hours will occur within school hours from 8:30am-3pm, up to 5 days per week, with flexibility at the end of the day depending on activities and responsibilities.  

Core Expectations for all HCP Staff Members 

• All members of the HCP staff are encouraged to be active, regular attenders either at FCC or the church of their choosing. 
• HCP staff are encouraged to participate in groups, studies, activities or events offered that help in the development of personal spiritual growth.   

All HCP staff members are encouraged to support the leadership and ministry of FCC in our mission to love radically, live generously and watch Jesus do the extraordinary. We do this by developing disciples who: 

• Encounter Christ in Worship (ECW) 
• Grow in Relationship with Others (GRO) 
• Serve the World on Mission (SWM) 
• Live Generously  

These are some of the core values that we will be modeling to our students and families throughout the year. 

Core Duties and Responsibilities 

The following represents a list of essential duties and responsibilities.  Other duties may be assigned as required. 

• Assist the other Teacher(s) in classroom clean-up, and prepping materials 
• Participate in staff meetings, center activities, and staff development.  
• Have a vision and heart to teach God's word to preschoolers. 
• Help instruct children in activities designed to promote social, physical, intellectual growth and spiritual awareness needed for primary school 
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence and also meet the EEC requirements for professional development. 
• Share in responsibility of insuring safety and cleanliness of the school area 
• Participate in daily morning prayer session  
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences 
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline. 
• Establish a positive relationship with HCP families. 
• Responsible for assisting Director and teachers in implementing parent involvement activities. 
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills in assignments and interactions with staff and parents. 

Experience, Education, and Skills 

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a High School Diploma.  Teaching Certificate helpful. 
• Must meet the preschool teacher certification requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care 
• Must be in alignment with the vision and mission of the Preschool and Faith Community Church  
• CPR and first aid certified or willing to become CPR certified 

Other Skills and Abilities 

• Able to guide children effectively 
• Enjoy working with children and have a positive temperament 
• Good communication skills with both children and parents as well as other staff 
• Flexibility 
• Ability to interact effectively, specifically with ages 3 - 5 
• Mature & teachable 
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills 
• Team orientation 
• Dependable and able to keep confidentiality 
• Demonstrate a life dedicated to Christ as Lord and Savior 
• Must love children and be fun-loving 

Physical and Practical Demands: 

• Must be able to see to read fine print. 
• Must be able to communicate utilizing a telephone. 
• Mobility to allow access to all parts of the facility or office. 
• Must be willing and able to learn all necessary computer functions.