Preschool CO Lead Teacher

Job Description We are looking for a teacher who shows strong Christian character and is actively involved in a church community. The mission of Community Presbyterian Prekindergarten is to nurture in each child an understanding of Christ's love that transforms their faith, learning, and growth.Key Responsibilities:Teach and support the growth of each child in the classroom.Facilitate daily activities for individuals and groups, including classroom setup, learning centers, and playground time.Partner with CO Lead teacher to plan academic lessons and activities that follow the program's philosophy and policies.Include Bible stories, prayer, and Christian values in daily conversations and activities.Help children become more independent and use positive strategies to guide behavior in a loving and safe environment.Build strong relationships with parents through daily communication, class updates, and conferences.Qualifications:Minimum requirement: CDA and DCF coursework completedPreferred: Associate or Bachelors in Early Childhood EducationOngoing requirements:Annual professional development and in-service trainingCurrent Pediatric First Aid and CPR certificationCertifications that meet:Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) licensing standardsEarly Learning Coalition of Duval standardsAccreditation standards of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)