The Preschool Teacher's Aide/Assistant is committed to honoring Christ by preparing students to live fully for God in a rapidly changing world, knowing they are His masterpieces, uniquely designed for His purpose. The Preschool Teacher Assistant ensures that the classroom learning environment is Christian-based, nurturing, wholesome and loving.

Cherry Hills Christian School awakens the educational experience by preparing students to live fully for God in a rapidly changing world knowing they are His masterpieces, uniquely designed for His purpose. Fully Known, Fully Loved, Fully His…Heart, Soul, Mind, Strength.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Model a Growing and Vibrant Relationship with Christ

· Pursue full devotion to Christ and live the life we are inviting others to live

· Manifest the fruit of the Spirit in work habits and relationships

· Pursue spiritual growth through community and daily devotions

· Embody other-centered, servant-leadership in all interactions

Demonstrate Commitment to Cherry Hills Christian School

· Be an active, engaged member of the school community

· Accept and uphold CHC’s Teacher Essentials and Essentials of Faith

Efficiently Work with and Lead Alongside Age Level Teachers

· Assist the teacher in facilitating the learning environment and implementing daily lesson plans

· Assist the teacher in implementing positive, age-appropriate classroom management and discipline procedures

· Along with the teacher facilitate small group learning experiences for the children

· Attend staff meetings, in-service days and special events as required by the Director

· Understand and implement all building emergency procedures and state regulations regarding the care and education of young children

Cultivate Positive Relationships with Children and Families

· Connect relationally with children and parent during drop-off/pick-up, greeting each child and introducing yourself

· Provide a safe school environment consistent with policies and procedures to ensure high structure and accountability

· Assist in caring for a child’s special needs, such as tying shoes, consoling, encouraging and administering minor first aid

· Pray for the children and families you serve

Other Administrative Leadership Responsibilities

· Is knowledgeable of Cherry Hills Christian policies and procedures and assists with day-to-day operations

· Assists in overseeing the maintenance of a clean, safe environment for school operations

· Respect professional ethics that require confidentiality concerning the sharing of information about children, parents or staff

· Help maintain preschool/school-age care room and spaces and partner with Cherry Hills Community Church ministries as it relates to shared spaces

· Help staff, students and volunteers function efficiently and effectively

· Understand supervision and how to lead in a positive manner

· Assists in keeping proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises to cultivate a positive academic environment

Demonstrates a Commitment to Growth

· Attends department, team and staff meetings and trainings

Model Servant Leadership and Exhibit a Helpful, Joyful Attitude

Perform Other Duties and Tasks as Assigned

SPIRITUAL GIFTS

God equips every Christ-follower with spiritual gifts to serve and strengthen the body of Christ and to partner with Him in the advancement of His kingdom.

The following spiritual gifts are recommended for this role: Service, Administration, Patience and Mercy.

POSITION TYPE: Part-time, Non-exempt 

HOURS PER WEEK: 14.5 - 28.75 (follows school calendar)

SUPERVISOR: Director of Preschool

SALARY RANGE: $15.75 - $19.64 per hour

BENEFITS: PTO, Sick time, Preschool Tuition Discount

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and it should be evident in both the personal and professional life
• Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement 
• Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statement
• Ability to meet additional state requirements including:

o Fingerprinting

o Background check

o Immunization and health requirements

• Maintain requirements for 15 hours of continuing education each year as well as other required training
• Ability to fulfill the requirements outlined on the State of Colorado Professional Development Information System
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred or willingness to take Early Childhood classes required by the Department of Early Childhood Education: ECE 101 and ECE 102 or 103 
• Must have a current valid CPR certification or be willing to obtain one
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Must have a flexible attitude with a servant’s heart