What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Teacher position at Ringgold United Methodist Church?
About us
Ringgold United Methodist Church Preschool's goal is to create a Christ-centered and loving environment for children ages 1-4 to learn and grow.
```Duties```
- Create and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool-aged children.
- Provide a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn and grow.
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play and structured activities.
- Monitor and assess each child's progress and provide feedback to parents/guardians.
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, behavior, and developmental milestones.
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and any concerns.
```Qualifications```
- Previous experience working with children in a childcare or educational setting.
- Knowledge of child welfare and early childhood development principles.
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with children, parents/guardians, and colleagues.
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans that promote learning and development.
- Experience working with students with diverse needs and backgrounds.
- Familiarity with early intervention strategies for addressing developmental delays.
- Ability to provide age-appropriate care for toddlers.
- Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and responsibilities.
Schedule follows Catoosa County Public Schools Calendar.
Note: An Associates Degree in early childhood education, TCC, CDA, or Paraprofessional license AND CPR/First Aid certification is required. Other relevant certifications or training in childcare or education will also be considered.
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Parental leave
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person