Located in Grace Church - Eden Prairie
On an as-needed basis
Pay : $18.00 / hour
Non-exempt
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- The Grace Beginnings Substitute will support the Grace Beginnings Director and classroom teacher with the support of the classroom needs.
- Carry out program policies and procedures throughout the day to support the classroom teacher(s) in the event of a teacher’s absence.
- Support the educational experiences in the infant / toddler classrooms as directed by the teacher, demonstrating an understanding of curriculum and faith development goals to 0 - 5-year-olds.
- Facilitate the completion of all the required documentation of daily activities for parents.
- Establish and maintain effective communication strategies with the Director and classroom teacher.
- Follow the directives of the classroom teacher to maintain high standards in the classroom and provide a safe environment for the children.
- Assist the classroom teacher in maintaining a safe, clean, organized classroom and assume the responsibility to complete the duties required to maintain an orderly facility.
- Treat each child and family with dignity and respect.
- Organize books, toys, crafts, and other items in the classroom as time allows.
- Approach child behavioral issues that arise with Christian love, respect and patience.
- Exhibit Christian values to generate goodwill among management, staff, clients, the general community and others pertinent to Grace Beginnings.
- Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is an essential requirement of this position.
- Other duties as assigned.
PROFESSIONAL AND SPIRITUAL EXPECTATIONS :
Educational requirements : High School Diploma, Equivalent, or Higher Educational Level.Experience required : 12 post-secondary quarter credits in Education or a related field, plus 2,080 hours as an aide working in a childcare facility.Knowledge of the Bible and faith development of Infant and Toddler children.Has a commitment to prayer, as evidenced in corporate and personal prayer.Exhibits a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior as evidenced by the manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.Exhibits a lifestyle appropriate to a person in public Christian ministry by conducting life with the utmost integrity in all situations.About Grace Church :
We are an informal, come-as-you-are gathering of Jesus followers who love God and one another. Our goal is to provide a place for you to connect and grow in your faith.
Grace Church is committed to teaching sound Biblical truth. Our mission is simple – we exist to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ across the street and around the world.
As a non-denominational church, we are congregational involved, staff led, and Elder protected.