Preschool Teacher

About the job

At Bay Point Church Preschool, we are more than a school-we are a community where faith and learning grow hand in hand. Our teachers shepherd little hearts, guiding children in both knowledge and the love of Jesus. We are seeking a passionate, joyful, and Christ-centered Preschool Teacher to join our team. Position Summary: The Preschool Teacher nurtures each child's growth in a loving, safe, and engaging Christian environment. This role combines professional teaching skills with ministry, creating a classroom where children thrive and experience God's love daily. Essential Duties: Develop positive, loving relationships with students and parents. Create indoor and outdoor learning environments that inspire exploration, discovery, and reflection of God's creation. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum. Establish a daily routine incorporating creative expression, health, and joyful faith development. Support social and emotional development through positive guidance, modeling Christian values of kindness, patience, and respect. Assess children's learning needs through observation and screening and develop individualized plans to support growth. Communicate effectively with parents through conferences, ProCare notes, and other channels to support each child's well-being and growth. Uphold all safety, health, and licensing standards, ensuring compliance with state regulations and church policies. Qualifications: Demonstrates a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and models integrity, patience, kindness, and compassion. The Childcare Facility 45-hour Training Requirement Knowledgeable in child development, classroom management, and early literacy/numeracy. Experience creating engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans that integrate faith and learning. Strong relational skills: builds trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues. Joyful, creative, dependable, patient, and organized. Employment Requirements: Models Christ-like behavior. Successful completion of criminal records and fingerprint background check. Understanding and agreement to Bay Point Church Preschool policies. Application Instructions: Please submit the following to be considered: Cover Letter Resume List of 3-5 professional references (names, email addresses, phone numbers) Why Join Us: Work in a supportive, faith-centered community where children thrive. Collaborate with a joyful, professional team dedicated to both education and ministry. Make a lasting impact on children's lives, combining teaching and spiritual growth. Job Type: Full-time and part-time options are available Benefits: Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance