Description

Position Overview:

The classroom teacher associate is responsible to assist the teacher as directed in learning experiences for the preschool-aged students to which he/she is assigned in the areas of spiritual development, cognitive, receptive and expressive language, fine and gross motor and self-help and social skills; Responsible for the assisting in classroom activities and implementation of educational curriculum designed for each student as directed by the teacher and to further the ministry and mission of the Bright Hope Learning Center  Responsible for assisting with supervision of volunteers in the classroom and performing other duties as assigned, including some cleaning/sanitizing so as to keep our environment healthy for our students.

Character Requirements:

1) Virtue
Daily example of the pursuit of and living out of Christian ethics and morals in and outside of school
2) Compassion
Taking regular actions to address the needs of others
3) Dependability
Commitment to faithful attendance to work, and a church whose 

beliefs are in agreement with the Statement of Faith for Bright Hope Learning Center

4) Service
Desire to invest and help improve the quality of life for others
5) Conviction
Agreement and belief that the bible is the final authority concerning truth, morality and proper conduct of mankind
 

Key Job Responsibilities

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

     Coordinate daily with teacher regarding classroom preparation and lesson plans.      

     Prepare materials for classroom as needed

     Implement appropriate classroom curriculum as directed by teacher

     Assist teacher with implementation of annual goals and objectives for each student

     Assist teacher with implementation of appropriate behavior management techniques

     Assist teacher with implementation of activities as recommended by physical, occupational, and/or speech therapist

     Assist in the training, supervision and encouragement of classroom volunteers   

     Adhere to all program policies and procedures including universal precautions

     Daily attendance at Flock (morning devotional)

     Daily cleaning and disinfecting of classroom toys, furniture, equipment, and flooring

     Maintain necessary supply of disposable items (i.e. Kleenex, paper towels)

     Attendance at designated staff meetings

     Attendance at monthly parent meetings to take care of the kids or help with the hands-on meetings (time will be compensated by time off)

     Attendance at Bright Hope extra fundraising events:  Mini-Laps, Garden Party, Festival of Lights

     Attend workshops/seminars as requested, CS In-services and relevant conferences  

     Other duties as assigned by supervisor

     Anticipate needs of the classroom

     Other duties as needed or required

Requirements

Required:

      Personal relationship with Christ manifested consistently in her/his life as a Christian in work and personal life 

      High school diploma or transcript of highest degree earned

      Works both independently and cooperatively as a team member with all BHLC staff.

      Incorporates a welcoming and teaching attitude towards students, families, guests, student interns and others who come to learn from the Bright Hope Team

      Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple tasks

      Works well with children 

      Able to lift small children 

Preferred but not required; will be trained:

      Experience with children with special needs

      Experience with children birth through six years of age.

      Basic knowledge of sign language is a plus