LC Lead Teacher

Program/Department: Gateway Learning Center
Job Title: Learning Center Lead Teacher
Reports To: Learning Center Director
Job Overview: Gateway Learning Center is looking for someone who is reliable, loves Jesus, and loves children to lead our Pre-K classroom!
As a member of the Gateway OneTeam, you will support and demonstrate an understanding of the church’s mission: living the Jesus-centered mission. Key qualifications include possessing a character that reflects biblical godliness, demonstrating a meaningful, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and active involvement in a local body of Christian believers.
Job Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $18 - $19.75/hr
Benefits:

- Tuition discount at all Crosspoint Christian School campuses

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Life Insurance

- Paid time off

- Professional Development Assistance Program

- Continuing education through the Early Achievers Grant program, based at Olympic College
Responsibilities and Duties:

- Creating a safe, loving, and welcoming environment that continually engages children.

- Developing and implementing lesson plans and activities appropriate for the developmental stage of your students.

- Actively participating in all activities with the children, including snacks, lunches, and play

- Delegating tasks to assistants, managing classroom atmosphere, and being a cooperative team member.

- Provide helpful feedback to parents and guardians on a regular or as-needed basis.

- Other duties as assigned.
Schedule:

- 35-40 hours per week

- Monday-Friday, day shift
Education:

- High School diploma or GED.

- Preferred: CDA or higher education or 2+ years in an early childhood setting.
Experience: Have at least two years’ experience working with children the same age level as the center serves.
Specific skills: Love working and playing with children; messes and snack time. Have a sense of humor, tolerance, and patience.
Physical abilities: Working in childcare is mentally and physically demanding, and aspiring applicants should be prepared for the often-rigorous requirements of this position. Additionally, sufficient mobility to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time in a multi-level facility.
Requirements
Qualifications:

- Must be at least 18 years of age.

- Pass a state and federal background check and fingerprinting.

- Certifications: A current food handlers card and current CPR/First Aid certification.

- Having knowledge of child development, as evidenced by professional references, education, experience, and on-the-job performance.

- Able to meet the STARS requirement and be listed in the state training and registry system.

- Excellent verbal communication skills and strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.