Early Education Assistant Teacher/Sabre Kidstime Split Shift

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Early Education Principal, the Early Education Assistant Teacher's role is to support the classroom teacher and director in planning and implementing the daily program while treating all students and families with dignity and respect. Early Education students range in age from 24 months through Pre-K 5. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist in planning and implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher, principal and assistant principal, and Beyond the Classroom Coordinator. Assist in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up skill centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies. Supervise the classroom as the main/sole caregiver of students when the teacher is not present. Follow EE guidelines for playground supervision. Help with the general housekeeping tasks; maintain order and cleanliness. Assist in other duties as appropriate. Accept adjustments in assigned duty when asked in order to meet needs of our students Treat all children with dignity, gentleness, and respect. Provide safety and security for students - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Maintain DSS training hours. Attend staff meetings (including In-Service week), Professional Development, and recommended training programs and conferences. Other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor. Take a lunch break at 12:15 and return at 2:00 to assist in the transition between extended day and SKT until 4:15. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS: Must be a born-again believer in Jesus Christ; be involved with an evangelical, protestant church of like faith and practice; and agree with the philosophies, Statement of Faith, and Statement of Christian Life Commitment of Southside Christian School. Have a commitment to the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of Christian schooling as expressed by Southside Christian School demonstrated by their eligible children enrolled in Southside Christian School. Must be a spiritually mature, veteran Christian leader who agrees with the school's Mission, Vision, Values, Biblical Beliefs, Statement of Christian Life Commitment, and Statement of Faith. Must be able to articulate a deep understanding of a biblically informed philosophy of Christian education. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working directly with students in a school setting is preferred. Strong communication skills are required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to evacuate students in the event of emergency. Ability to sit, bend, stand, or sit on low chairs or floor as needed in care of and interactions with students. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.