Childrens Ministry Preschool Teacher Part-Time

If you have a heart for nurturing little ones during their most formative years, this is a role with a profound purpose!As Kids Life continues to grow, we are excited to expand our ministry to include mid-week Wednesday services, creating more opportunities to pour into children during these early, foundational years. We are seeking patient, loving, and Christ-centered individuals who enjoy teaching, comforting, and guiding preschool-age children in a safe, joyful, and faith-filled environment. This part-time role, serving primarily on Sundays and Wednesdays, is ideal for students, parents, and early childhood educators who desire flexible hours, meaningful service, and the opportunity to help introduce children to Gods love at a young age.Join a ministry where small moments create lifelong faith, and every child is known, loved, and prayed over.Childrens Ministry Preschool Teacher Part TimeKids LifeNon-ExemptRate: $14 per hour base pay / Sunday Premium rate of $20 per hourJOB DESCRIPTIONThe Childrens Ministry Preschool Teacher is responsible for ensuring that quality ministry is taking place in the assigned role in the Kids Life Childrens Ministry of Lakewood Church. This position will primarily serve in the Preschool area, ages Three to Five years/Kindergarten.This position reports to the Preschool Manager.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSMinister to children in a classroom, including teaching, guiding, and comforting themCare for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of childrenEngage all children in the assigned area at their developmental stageTeach the assigned curriculum with enthusiasmEnsure that quality ministry is taking place in the assigned classroom or rolePrimary age focus is Preschool, three years to five years/Kindergarten, however, maintain flexibility to work with children of all ages, different personalities, and in different roles, based on the needAdhere to all established Child Safety & Emergency protocols as defined by law and Lakewood Church policiesActively pursue chances to assist with transitions, challenging behaviors, and extra duties with a positive team attitudeModel a Christ-like attitude at all timesEnsure that parents and children, and other Kids Life staff and volunteers have a positive experience with Kids LifeInspire volunteer commitment in othersArrive at the assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to workMaintain professionalism and a Christ-like attitude in dealings with parents and other Kids Life personnel regarding sensitive and confidential informationComplete all paperwork and classroom clean-up as assignedAttend all Kids Life team meetings, staff meetings, and area trainingsMaintain a high level of dependability and reliability to working the assigned work schedulesCommunicate schedule changes in a timely manner, and with all involved staff, Preschool Manager, Coordinator, and Team LeadMaintain availability to serve during regular ministry days, including Sundays and Wednesdays, and for special events as needed.Perform other related duties as assignedMINISTERIAL DUTIESAs an Employee of Lakewood Church, you are part of an over 60-year legacy of faith. As a part of the Lakewood team, you are a key part of our mission in taking the Hope found in Jesus to the world. This means that as part of your job responsibilities, you are considered a spiritual leader in the Church. You are responsible for communicating the Churchs beliefs and our mission to our congregants, to maintain a lifestyle consistent with the Scriptures, and are required to belong to the Church as part of our faith community.This will also include:Regular attendance at Church services and classesBe a happy giver and a generous member regarding tithes and offeringsServing as a Prayer Partner or as a volunteer in any ministry of the Church, andServing our community through local outreaches from time to time when needed by the ChurchQUALIFICATIONSUncompromised commitment to Lakewood Churchs vision, values, and core beliefsDemonstrate a Christ-like characterPassionate about serving and ministering to families, volunteers, and staffProfessional appearance and conductAble to relate to children of all ages, parents, volunteers, other staff, and leaders in positive waysExcellent teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skillsAn understanding of and commitment to enforcing our child safety policies and processesWilling and able to make requested changes to classroom assignmentsCooperative and respectful of others, regardless of their attitudeGracious, kind, and loving, even under intense pressureOpen to correction and responsive to volunteer and staff leadershipDemonstrated commitment to excellence in one or more areas of responsibilityAble to regularly lift up to 20 poundsAble to stand and be mobile for extended periods of timeEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHS Diploma or GEDMinimum 6 months experience volunteering, daycare, or teaching experienceOne year volunteering, daycare, or teaching experience preferredThe work schedule will typically be 12 to 20 hours per pay period, with the potential for additional hours due to special events as needed. Regular workdays include Sundays and Wednesdays.