Description
Employment Status : Part-Time (Multiple Positions)
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Reports to : Preschool Director
Schedule : 8 : 30 am - 2 : 15 pm (August - May) Schedule may vary
MISSION STATEMENT : St. Mark Catholic Preschool celebrates the tradition of sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ to all God's people by word and action.
SUMMARY OF POSITION : To execute a daily program in line with St. Mark Catholic Preschool goals and beliefs for children age 18
months through 5 years old.
PURPOSE : To provide a nurturing Catholic environment that strives to meet each child’s spiritual and cognitive needs appropriate to age and ability to help students become faith-filled, well-rounded learners and thinkers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PRIMARY TASKS :
- Greet and assimilate each child upon arrival to school
- Provide a stimulating environment conducive to the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of
the child on and individual basis
Recognize and participate in the interests and needs children in the classEnsure the health, welfare, and safety of each child in the classSupervise children at ALL timesAssist lead teacher in the implementation of the Experience Early Learning Curriculum and gathering necessary supplies before children enter into careAccept rotating responsibilities as assigned (ex. Setting up or putting away playground equipment, etc.)Safety check equipment, toys, furniture and all items in the room to ensure proper working orderAttend all staff meetings as announcedPrepare class newsletter pertaining to class activitiesAssist with bathroom needs as applied to diapering, toilet training or trained children in compliance with stateguidelines
Help with care of ill and injured childrenFollow program policies, procedures, and state licensing minimum standard guidelinesMaintain cleanliness of classroom and appropriate child interactions in accordance to state licensing guidelinesAid in classroom managementAssume duties of lead teacher upon his / her absenceWORKING CONDITIONS :
Must be able to work a schedule as noted in school year calendar including but not limited to evening andweekend special events
Attend workshops for Continuing Education as required by state licensing rulesClean and sanitize toys / surfaces according to established proceduresAble to pick up 30-40 lbs children as required in younger age groupsAble to conduct activities involving substantial standing, walking and moderate sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending,crouching, crawling, twisting, and reaching on frequent basis. Must be able to sit, stoop, bend, and kneel on the floor
without assistance
NEEDED ATTRIBUTES :
Effectively work and communicate with young children and adults through oral, written, and electronic meansOrganizational skills for planning and coordinating curriculum, child and classroom managementAbility to work with special circumstances such as behavior issues, children with special needs, parentalrelationships, staff differences
Provide a caring environment to help each child grow in independence to develop his / her own unique talent andability
Possess a strong work ethic, practices punctuality and professionalismMust agree to background checkFlexibilityPositive attitude and enthusiastically promote St. Mark Catholic PreschoolRequirements
SKILL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be 18 years of age or olderMust have a high school diploma or GEDORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS :
Communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully with St. Mark Catholic Preschool Director, St. MarkCatholic Preschool staff, and St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church staff
Communicate with parents and children enrolled in the programCommunicate and interact effectively with Lead Teacher