Early Childhood Teacher, Pre-K

The Early Learning Center is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher, passionate about working with children 3-4 years of age. This classroom follows the Pre-kindergarten curriculum in the morning and is large motor skill focused in the afternoon. Lessons for the pre-k day are put together by the team with room for individualization by the teacher.

Energy and enthusiasm are a must, along with a willingness to create fun and engaging activities. These kiddos are excited to be here every day and the teacher is excited right alongside of them. ELC teachers are team-focused, working toward the growth of all children.

The pre-k, 3-year-old position is unique in that it follows the pre-kindergarten experience program in the morning and the full-day experience program in the afternoon. The hours for this position are 8:00-5:00.

If you are passionate about instilling the love of God and the foundations of learning in children, this is the job for you!

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 Years or older
• Experience working with children
• Willing to obtain training and experience necessary to develop consistent,
  
  

stable, and supportive relationships with young children.

• Complete all employee records as required.
• Pass drug screenings and unlimited criminal history checks.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Able to communicate effectively with children, their parents, and other staff.
• Able to provide quality, nurturing care to all children enrolled in the program.
• Able to demonstrate skills to properly address developmental needs of children.
• Maintains effective, working relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Has emotional and social maturity to act as a role model.
• Has the ability to move quickly and sit on the floor on a regular basis.
• Has the ability to interact with children both indoors and outdoors daily
  
  

Teaching applications are available on our website columbiacityumc.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week.

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
  
  

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)
  
  

Experience

• early childhood: 1 year (Required)
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance