Preschool Teacher

PHILOSOPHY

Nashville Christian School, in partnership with parents, strives to give honor and glory to God through Jesus Christ by educating students in a loving, nurturing environment to be committed and productive Christian servants in all areas of this life and in preparation for eternity. We, Nashville Christian School, believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, that Jesus Christ is God’s son, and that the Holy Spirit dwells in each of us. We believe that Christianity promotes high ideals, develops strong character, and holds the only promise for eternal life with God. Nashville Christian School, established by members of the churches of Christ, centers its entire program on Christian principles.

EXPECTATIONS

• Act as a Christian professional who is respectful, responsible, and demonstrates Christ’s love while helping students realize and pursue their full potential – spiritually, intellectually, physically, and socially.
• Exemplify the school’s mission and vision to all stakeholders.
• Have a relationship with the Lord that includes an active membership in a local church. Accordingly, every employee must be morally upright in public and personal life.
• Support the core beliefs held by the school. Employees will lead in dress, conduct, and attitude.
• Assist in the promotion of good public relations by addressing the needs of all stakeholders kindly, patiently, and efficiently.
• Understand and maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information. This includes but is not limited to any student, administrative, and financial information.
• Communicate and collaborate positively with administrators, faculty, staff, volunteers, parents, and students.
• Be detail-oriented, well organized, and self-motivated with the ability to work under tight deadlines and structure.

DESCRIPTION

• Create a warm, nurturing Christian environment for the children in care, as well as their parents and fellow staff members.
• Facilitate each child’s development as a child of God through a wide variety of experiences, activities, and opportunities for learning through play.
• Nurture the developing qualities and skills in each child, including: fine and gross motor development, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving skills, communication skills, the ability to appreciate diversity, and the capacity to trust, respect, and connect emotionally to others.
• Successfully prepare children for entering kindergarten and begin a lifelong love of learning.
• Provide parents and caregivers with a source of support, community, and information in all aspects of parenting and nurturing their children.
• Be an advocate for children.

The Preschool Teacher reports directly to Preschool Management (Director, Assistant Director and Director of Education) as part of the Preschool Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out the NCS Program Goals and Standards as set forth in the employee handbook.
• Use your skills, good judgment, and politeness to conduct yourself appropriately in the midst of children, parents, and coworkers, including maintaining confidentiality thereof, as an early childhood education professional.
• Familiarize yourself with the Tennessee Department of Education rules and requirements for child care programs and the Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards.
• Ensure appropriate care of children’s hygiene, including assisting with pottying, changing diapers, washing hands, assisting with feeding, etc.
• Obtain 30 hours of professional development every year (June 1-May 31), including 6 hours in health and safety, and 6 hours in literacy.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment; adhering to all healthy and safety standards.
• Provide intentional supervision of children in order to ensure their safety while in your care.
• Familiarize yourself with NCS Preschool Emergency Evacuation Plan and safety routes.
• Report any suspected child abuse / neglect to the appropriate authorities.
• Maintain a safe classroom; communicate any incidents and injuries on the appropriate forms to the office.
• Be familiar with the principles of child development to set appropriate and achievable learning goals.
• Create engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Refer to your classroom binder for Preschool Forms and other pertinent information.
• Use a variety of techniques to keep children engaged and actively learning.
• Communicate with parents through daily sheets, email, newsletters, and a parent board.
• Observe children regularly, completing CDC Developmental milestones three times throughout the school year.
• Greet parents and children warmly when they arrive and leave for the day.
• Attend all required staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the preschool administration.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Education Required, Bachelor’s Degree in a related field Preferred.

• At least 1 year working with children preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of child development preferred.

• Meet the physical requirements required of child care providers as mandated by the State of Tennessee.

The ideal candidate will be energetic, dependable, and a team player. He or she will be responsible, attentive, and patient.

• Caring for children physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.

SCHEDULE:

This is the equivalent of a Full-Time position working Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts with a 1-hour lunch break. Hours are to be determined by center needs. NCS Preschool is a year-round program and closes for Holidays.

COMPENSATION:

NCS offers a competitive rate and comprehensive benefits for this position based on experience and qualifications. This position is hourly, paid bi-weekly.