Preschool Lead & Assistant Teachers

Job Description

• The Lead Preschool Teacher is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment for young children.
• This role provides instructional leadership in the classroom, implements curriculum, builds strong relationships with families, and ensures compliance with all program policies and standards.
• The Lead Teacher models professionalism, warmth, and a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• We are a Christ-centered preschool and seek teachers who have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and model their faith in both their professional and personal lives.
• Early Childhood Teaching Certification or a teaching degree is a plus, but not required
• If you do not have experience but love children and are willing to learn new skills, we welcome your application.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to pass background check

Responsibilities

• All Teachers are expected to work Monday-Thursday, 9am-1:30pm
• Our program follows a traditional school academic calendar and teachers are expected to commit to the entire school year running approximately late August to late May
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with program philosophy and curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom that meets all program policies and procedures.
• Establish consistent classroom routines and positive behavior management strategies.
• Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides.
• Observe, assess, and document children’s progress regularly.
• Build positive, professional relationships with parents and guardians.
• Communicate regularly regarding student progress, classroom updates, and any concerns.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences as scheduled.
• Partner with families to support each child’s success.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate with leadership and fellow teachers to maintain program excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and daily operations of the preschool.

Additional Position Details

• Reports To: Preschool Director
• Employment Type: Part Time - Late August - Late May
• Working Hours: 9:00am-1:30pm - Monday-Thursday
• Location - Olive Branch Baptist Church (123 Olive Branch Road Durham, NC 27703)

Pay: From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Application Question(s):

• Because this position is part of the ministry of Olive Branch Baptist Church, employees are expected to support the church’s mission and beliefs. Are you comfortable doing so? If so, how do you envision your faith impacting your work with children
• This position has fixed hours, Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-1:30pm. Can you commit to the entire school year beginning in late August until late May.

Work Location: In person