Preschool Lead Teacher

Location: Indianapolis

Position Description Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed.

Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

Job Title:

Early Childhood Educator IIExempt/Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt

Reports to:

Program Manager Compass Kids Full or Part-time:
Full-time

Team:
Center for Women and Children (CWC)

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood Educator will be responsible for co-teaching in a therapeutic classroom environment in the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children. This individual will support children in the infant, walker, toddler and/or preschool age groups and play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for them.

Key Duties and Responsibilities Brief description of duties in order of priority

Key Area:
Teaching and Support Co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment within the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children.

Implement developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches.

Use evidence-based curriculum and sensory tools in educational activities.

Communicate effectively and clearly with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers.

Manage and monitor student data from each of the classrooms.

Key Area:
Program Support Ensure the program meets the needs of the children in a Christ-centered, strengths-focused, and trauma-informed manner.

Teach basics of early childhood education in line with the best practice standards through utilization of sensory tools.

Provide daily communication to parents as well as Compass Kids staff outlining daily events.

Adherence to all policies and procedures of Wheeler Mission, Center for Women and Children, and Indiana Code.

Participate in staff meetings and meetings with Compass Kids Program Managers as requested.

Assist Program Manager with managing the accreditation compliance documents.

Key Area:
Supervisory Responsibilities Oversee community engagement through the Compass Kids Program.

Mentor the Level I Early Childhood Educator for classroom management skills.

Coordinate and oversee daily activities within Early Childhood Center.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position will report to the Compass Kids Program Manager.

Competencies Required Unique for this job Unique for this jobFor managers of people

Dependability Organizing Regulatory  Compliance Effective Communication Skills Approachability Reporting Flexibility  and Adaptability Patience Community  Engagement Child-Centered Approach Data Management Coordinating Collaboration Time  Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/

Experience:

Must have 2+ years of experience working with young children.

Must have an associate degree or Child Development Associate (CDA)
Experience working within a school or family recovery setting (preferred)
Working knowledge of children who have been impacted by trauma, poverty and/or homelessness (preferred)
Technical/Software Knowledge:

Above average knowledge in Microsoft Outlook Ability to learn HRIS software (Paycom) as well as other software necessary

Mission Alignment:

Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible Adherence to WM Employee Policies Alignment with WM Core Values:

Christ-Centered Purpose Faithful Stewardship Excellence Grace  and Truth

Physical Requirements:

The Early Childhood Educator must be able to carry out the required job duties in a fast-paced Christ Centered environment that is grace-based, and strengths focused.

To perform the essential job functions of this position, a candidate must be able to:

Lift a 10–30-pound child, using all safety precautions

Stand,…