Lindenwood Christian Church is seeking individuals passionate about working with children.
Job Summary:
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Providing a safe, loving learning environment where children grow and feel accepted.
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Implementing program, goals, and classroom objectives and performing related work as required for children six (6) weeks to five (5) years old.
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Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise 2 to 3 Assistant Teachers.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Follow best practices as defined by the child care industry and ensure that the classroom meets or exceeds state licensing requirements.
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Work with children to develop language, motor, social and cognitive skills.
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Supervise children and Assistant Teachers.
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Attend and participate in periodic staff meetings and Lead Teacher meetings.
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Administer medication to children as per parents' instructions.
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Maintain good communication with parents by properly greeting them and their children in the morning and afternoon; keep parents informed of the day's activities and accomplishments by completing daily activity reports.
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Feed and change babies/toddlers and ensure that classroom is properly cleaned.
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Handle emergencies responsibly.
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Meet children's physical and emotional needs and set a good example for children to follow.
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Perform any other duties as instructed by the Director of the child care.
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Willing to be trained and obtain the required annual training.
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Must be available to work a full-time shift between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday-Friday, working a 9-hour shift with an hour unpaid lunch break.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent interpersonal skills.
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Compassion and empathy.
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Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent time management skills.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Creative thinking.
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Ability to prioritize tasks.
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Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent required.
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At least one year of experience with children is required.
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Current CDA/AA in Early Childhood Development preferred.
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Full-time benefits:
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Major medical.
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Dental.
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Vision.
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Vacation and Sick days (offered to Part-time).
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403B pension (no employer contribution).
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Life Insurance is free to all full-time employees.
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Learning and Development opportunities.
Other Benefits:
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Quarterly Employee Engagement celebrations.
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Annual retention bonus after one year of employment.
LINDENWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH:
Lindenwood Christian Church is part of the Disciples of Christ (Christian Church), has a long history in Memphis, and is strategically located in Midtown, Memphis, TN. A vibrant and diverse congregation that worships in multiple styles each Sunday and provides Christian education, outreach, and mission opportunities throughout the week. The church operates a top-rate childcare program and programs that benefit the community.