Assistant Infant Teacher chez Mount Pisgah Christian School

Position:  Assistant Infant Teacher

Reports To: Director of Early Learning Center

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Description: 

The Assistant Infant Teacher is responsible for the management and supervision of the older infant through toddler classroom which includes caring for their physical needs such as: personal care, feeding, and hygiene. In addition, this position will plan and implement the MPCS Preschool curriculum which involves activities to develop physical, emotional and social growth. 

Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for the overall supervision and daily class functions of a group of children 
• Observes all rules and regulations of the local, state or national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children 
• Assesses each child's developmental needs on an ongoing basis 
• Implements the approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule in accordance with the MPCS Preschool curriculum 
• Maintains an attractive, well-kept classroom that encourages children to create, explore and make decisions with confidence 
• Accepts responsibility for maintenance and necessary housekeeping duties of the classroom, common use areas and playgrounds 
• Attends all required staff meetings, workshops and/or school functions 
• Maintains overall professional personal appearance adhering to the MPCS guidelines 
• Assists in other capacities that the Head of Preschool, or designee, determines is necessary 
• Works closely with the Pre-K Assistant teacher and other Preschool employees
• Supports the value of an education founded in Christian values 
• Supports the philosophy and mission of Mount Pisgah Christian School 

Qualifications:

• A mission-driven individual who demonstrates an eagerness to serve in a faith-based academic environment & genuine ability to connect with and serve young people in a Christian community. 
• Communications: Effective written, verbal, and editing communication skills.   Should be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
• Collaboration: Has student-centered-focus and ability to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, staff, and community partners.
• Analytical Skills: Budget Management.

Work Environment:

• The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the duties of this job successfully.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to do the following.  Frequently sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
  • Frequently to stand, walk distances, and climb stairs  
  • Drive personal vehicle across campuses.
  • Have specific vision abilities required by this job, include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Work with noise levels in the work environment  that can be loud or quiet. 
  • Manage equipment, including a phone, computer, camera, video equipment, and other electronic devices.
  • Use muscles and limbs to lift boxes or items under 30 pounds.
  • Occasional work nights and weekends in support of departmental school activities.

The faculty and staff of Mount Pisgah Christian School affirm a Statement of Faith. MPCS believes the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission, vision, and core values. 

Consistent with its Christian beliefs, MPCS does not discriminate in its employment practices or the administration and dissemination of its programs and services.                                 

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.