Preschool Teacher

Job TypePart-timeDescriptionJob Title: Preschool TeacherPosition Type: Faculty, Exempt, Part-time, 10 mos.Reports To: Division HeadStart Date: August 1, 2026Salary Range: $32,000 to $46,300 AnnuallyBenefits: Employee Assistance Program, Discounted School Lunches, Costco Membership Reimbursement, Passport Discount ProgramDo you find reward in investing a piece of yourself into something bigger with an everlasting impact? Do you enjoy being part of a Christian community united in a common goal? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students directly in the classroom or through a supporting role? Read on to find out more about our amazing school!The Bear Creek School seeks to add a member to our teaching team. Teachers are responsible for using a classical Christian education model to teach students, develop virtue, and help each student grow into the individual God intends. Lessons are carefully planned to inspire and motivate students and to support them in reaching the learning outcomes. A successful teacher creates a nurturing environment where all students feel known and valued.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesApproach classroom instruction and student interactions from a Christian worldviewCollaborate with grade-level teams and department members to plan and implement the school's classical curriculumActively ensure academic growth in every student by utilizing a variety of instructional techniquesBuild partnership with parents through proactive communicationCreate a predictable and supportive classroom environmentIncrease professional knowledge by participating in professional development opportunitiesPrepare daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet the learning goalsCommunicate regularly with parents by sending weekly updates via Microsoft Teams and emailsFollow through on routine job responsibilities including grading, record keeping, attendance, and lesson planningParticipate in collaborative evaluation processes with Division Head and Vice President for Academic AffairsAttend regularly scheduled faculty and grade level planning meetingsAttend school events outside regular school hours including, but not limited to Parent/Teacher Conferences, Curriculum Night, arts performances, Preschool Back to School BBQ, and professional development sessionsWork with assigned classroom assistant to deliver on the school's missionMaintain a learning environment that is organized and pleasant in appearancePerform other related duties as assignedAssist with playground supervision and specialist classesWork with school nurse, classroom assistants, and parents to supervise and distribute daily snacksSupervisory ResponsibilitiesNONERequirementsBA degree preferably in Early Childhood EducationAA with equivalent experience may be consideredCurrently held CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start dateApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this positionCritical Performance CompetenciesPositively support the school's policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organizationTruthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with othersAble to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideasFlexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different or changing requirementsMaintain confidentiality and security of informationHold self and others accountable to accomplish resultsEffective in handling multiple concurrent tasksFamiliar with Microsoft Word and Outlook, ability to learn and work with the school's integrated data-based software package as neededAdhere to biblical standards in all areas of conductPhysical RequirementsProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teachMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at timesMust be able to traverse classroom and adjust one's tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child#LI-JD1Salary Description