Assistant Floater Teacher - First Baptist Church - Greenwood

Assistant Floater Teacher
- First Baptist Church
- Greenwood (Education)

The Assistant Teacher supports the classroom team in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate, and Christ-centered care and instruction for children. Working under the direction of the Academy Leadership and with the support of Lead Teachers, the Assistant Teacher helps maintain a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment that reflects Lion hearts mission, values, and commitment to children. This role is ideal for team members who have a heart to serve, a desire to grow professionally, and a passion for early childhood education and ministry.

• Model Christ-centered values through interactions, attitude, and daily practices.
• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate spiritual, social, emotional, and academic activities.
• Assist with setup, supervision, and facilitation of classroom learning centers, routines, and experiences.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate environment following all licensing, state quality standards, and CACFP requirements.
• Provide consistent supervision, engagement, and care for children.
• Support the execution of daily schedules, transitions, and classroom management strategies.
• Track attendance and assist with documentation of care routines and developmental notes as directed.

• Partner closely with the Lead Teacher to ensure smooth daily operations and a joyful, unified classroom culture.
• Communicate proactively with the other staff regarding classroom needs, child updates, and support required.
• Demonstrate flexibility in assisting other classrooms or academy-wide needs when requested.
• Participate in staff meetings, required trainings, and academy events.

• Greet families warmly and maintain positive, Christ-centered relationships.
• Provide basic daily communication as requested by the Lead Teacher or Academy Leadership.
• Direct family concerns to the Lead Teacher or Academy Leadership promptly and professionally.

• Assist with classroom housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, sanitizing toys, and restocking supplies.
• Support academy initiatives, spiritual practices, and special events.
• Uphold Lion hearts policies, mission, and safety standards at all times.