Mother's Day Out Lead Teacher

Position Description

Responsible for the general supervision and management of a class of preschool children; planning and executing the educational program in accordance with the purpose of Harris Creek Mother’s Day Out.

Organizational Status

This position reports to the Children’s Minister and Children’s Ministry Associate.

Working Relationships

Works directly with the Children’s Minister, Children’s Ministry Associate, Mother’s Day Out program Lead Teachers, and Mother’s Day Out program Assistant Teachers.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Arrive 15 minutes before program begins to make sure classroom is prepared and to greet children as they arrive.
• Plan and implement the daily educational program for classroom, which includes lesson plans.
• Plan and prepare the learning environment, setting up interest areas, and preparing needed materials and supplies.
• Implement appropriate early childhood education experiences.
• Supervise and promote activities designed to enhance the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of children enrolled in the program.
• Supervise the classroom at all times to ensure the safety of everyone.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Provide positive guidance and instruction to all children through a calm, respectful and friendly approach.
• Effectively utilize classroom assistants and substitutes.
• Help with general housekeeping tasks.
• Help maintain a neat and organized classroom to ensure the safety of everyone.
• Help children establish good habits of personal hygiene; change diapers and assist with toilet training.
• Observe, record, and report (if necessary) the behavior of individual children in the classroom.
• Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
• Keep parents informed of topics/themes being studied, special events, etc.
• Other tasks as requested.

Key Performance Indicators

• Organization and planning – thorough and well thought-out
• Interpersonal skills- friendly and flexible
• Communication skills – concise, clear, and effective
• Leadership skills – self-motivated and confident
• Understand and Follow instructions – precise and efficient
• Exercise tact, discretion, confidentiality – professional and mature

Qualifications and Requirements

• A passionate love for the Lord and a desire to serve in church ministries
• Individual must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in teaching preschool-age children, OR
• Degree (Associates or above) in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or equivalent
• A functional and applied knowledge of childhood education and development
• Ability to develop rapport with children, parents, and co-workers