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Preschool Teacher

Lakeside Daycare and Afterschool
Salem, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Basic Function:

The Lead Teacher will be responsible for the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum, as well as the supervision of children, ensuring that they are provided with a safe, caring, and growth enhancing environment.

Significant Responsibilities:

Provides a safe, caring, learning environment for children in the program

Plans activities that are educational, fun, and developmentally appropriate

Promotes and supervises activities which support the health and well being of each child

Works closely with the Center Director to plan in keeping with unit themes

Works as a team member with other preschool staff and church staff

Communicates with parents regarding their children

Maintains a safe and clean environment

Willing to work a flexible schedule as needed to provide preschool coverage

Work with church staff to maintain a positive team approach between the daycare and church ministries

Maintains confidentiality

Other duties as assigned by Center Director

Education/Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma Required

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or other related field required, or equivalent working experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree a plus.

Three to five years of related experience or knowledge

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills are essential

Demonstrate oral and written communication skills

Demonstrate ability to exhibit appropriate professional interactions with staff, parents, and the community

Demonstrate a Christian attitude, character, and knowledge of the Bible

Member of a Christian based church and attends worship services on a regular basis

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid driver’s license or must have reliable transportation

Clear Central Registry and Criminal Background check required

Must have CPR & First Aid training or willing to obtain certification

Mission:

The mission of Lakeside Daycare is to provide a structured, loving and nurturing Christian environment that focuses on academic, spiritual, relational and physical development.

Religious Philosophy:

Lakeside Daycare is a ministry of Lakeside Baptist Church. All children enrolled in the Daycare will be taught Christian principles, Bible stories, praise songs and prayers. Most importantly, they will learn of God’s love and how it applies to them.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Salem, VA 24153 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $16

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