Position Overview Responsible for ensuring the Academy program is a warm, nurturing, safe and loving environment for each child. Has the ability to jump into any situation in need of extra attention in the program setting. This position has a variety of responsibilities; the need to be flexible is extremely important and always willing to help out in any situation. Qualifications • Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education or comparable • Previous experience in an early childhood educational program. A minimum of 1 years of teaching experience in an early childhood or elementary education setting. • Ability to relate to parents of preschoolers and communicate effectively with staff, co-workers and families • Demonstrate an understanding of and dedication to meeting the needs of early child children and their families • Proficient in providing quality care to a variety of aged children (birth – 5 years of age) As well as staffing and continuing to strive for 100% enrollment • Able to communicate well and build rapport with staff, parents and children • Ability to be extremely flexible and take direction from a variety of staff members • Subscribe to and affirm the Statement of Faith and Covenant of Wooddale Church Responsibilities • Ability to be to work on time, assist in classroom set-up, creative a positive environment with a positive attitude • Ability to assist with a classroom of early childhood children (in ratio) • Ability to be flexible, positive and multi-task in the classroom environment • Implementation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans that Lead Teacher has prepared • Establish and implement positive, appropriate and consistent boundaries with children • Sets up and takes down classroom as needed, keeping a tidy, interesting area at all times • Returns materials in a timely respectful, organized manner • Maintains positive, respectful relationships with parents and partners together in their child’s educational development Relationships • Reports directly to the Wooddale Academy Site Director • Coordinates and cooperates with other church staff and departments as needed Benefits & Compensation Wooddale Church offers a comprehensive benefits package for all 40+ hour full-time employees, which includes opportunities to elect Medical (30+ hour full-time), Dental, Life/AD&D, HSA, Flex, LTD, optional Vision, optional Life/AD&D, optional STD, a Health & Wellness Plan and a 403(b) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting. Projected hourly rate: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour depending upon experience and qualifications. If full time, position will be Exempt. Equal Opportunity Employer We use E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.