Preschool Teacher

3 months ago


San Diego, United States The Rock Academy Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Preschool Teacher at Rock Church & Academy's Early Education Center embodies a commitment to nurturing children and fostering strong family relationships while integrating Christian values into daily lessons. This full-time, twelve-month role focuses on implementing an age-appropriate curriculum that aligns with our school philosophy, emphasizing the holistic development of each child within a loving Christian environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and implement curriculum plans in collaboration with the director and fellow teachers.
  • Provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that complies with state licensing standards.
  • Conduct daily activities that promote spiritual, educational, social, and emotional growth.
  • Maintain constant supervision of children and ensure their health and safety at all times.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and communication with families.
  • Participate in professional development activities to enhance Early Childhood Education knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Spiritual:

  • Has accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Savior.
  • Regularly attend Rock church or church of like faith and be actively involved in church activities.
  • Must believe that the Bible is God's Word and the standard for faith and daily living.
  • Must embody Christian principles and serve as a role model in speech, conduct, and interactions.

Education & Experience:

  • Must have one of the following:
    • Bachelors of Science degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field.
    • Completed a minimum of 15 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
    • An AA degree with at least 15 units being in the field of Early Childhood Education, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
    • A valid Children's Center Permit issued by the California Commission for Teaching Preparation and Licensing, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility.
    • Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and provide excellent customer service.
  • Emotional maturity and stability, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children.
  • Effective communication skills with children, families, and colleagues.

NON-NEGOTIABLES:

  • Adherence to Title 22 state licensing regulations and teacher-to-child ratios.
  • Commitment to constant supervision and maintaining a safe learning environment.
  • Respect for leadership and adherence to school policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds and engage in physical activities with children.
  • Agility to move comfortably around and interact at children's eye level.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

  • Work in a lively and occasionally noisy environment with children.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond to emergencies calmly and sensitively.

Employee At-Will Statement: Employment at Rock Church & Academy is at-will, allowing termination at any time, with or without cause.



Licensing & Rock Academy Personnel Requirements:

All required state Department of Social Services Community Care licensing forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include:

  • Health Screening report
  • Personnel Record
  • Proof of negative TB skin test
  • Form 1-9
  • Child Abuse Index Check
  • Official College Transcripts
  • Live Scan Fingerprinting - cleared Employee Rights
  • Criminal Record

Comply with, and implement Title 22 state licensing regulations.

All Rock Church & Rock Academy personnel forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include:

  • Signed acknowledgement of Rock Academy Statement of Faith
  • Signed acknowledgement and adherence to Rock Church and Rock Academy policies, procedures, and employee handbook.

Pre-employment references & background check which includes:

  • Social security verification
  • Local, state, and federal criminal conviction record search
  • National security database
  • Sex offender registry


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