James River Academy Teacher - Kindergarten

To work closely with the James River Academy Assistant Lead in executing the schedule and curriculum for the James River Academy program. Greet and communicate with parents regarding their child. Assume weekly management of room duties. This role is essential for creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment that aligns with the values and mission of James River School.

• Oversee the classroom by implementing daily curriculum and following the scheduled set for the classroom.
• Implement James River Academy behavior guidelines in the classroom and maintain order in a calm, fair and just manner. Encourage students to have a kind and happy heart.
• Keep the room clean, stocked, and in order.
• Check that children are properly checked in and out, verify matching claim tags, and ensure no media use or distractions in the classroom.
• Verify parent and child claim tags match when children are picked up.
• Abide by the no cell phone or other media usage policy.

• Complete background screening prior to start date.
• Register with Family Care Registry prior to start date.
• Provide physical exam results and TB test results prior to start date.
• Attend James River Church Grow Track Classes prior to start date.
• Read the License Exempt Rule Book and sign the required statement.
• Attend James River Academy Morning Meetings.
• Attend all mandatory Training Meetings.
• Participate in Easter Egg Hunt Prep Day and Shift.
• Attend all required dates and events listed on the teaching contract.
• Commit to attending a Bible preaching church.
• Lift, push or pull 25 pounds.
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Walk independently up and down a normal flight of 13-15 stairs.

• Notify the Sub Coordinator immediately if you will be absent.
• Request time off two weeks in advance.

• Knowledge of the curriculum and ability to apply it in the classroom.
• Knowledge of sanitation requirements, safety protocols, and health guidelines for young children, including diaper changing and bathroom supervision.
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation routes and procedures.
• Effective communication with parents, children, and coworkers, greeting with enthusiasm and maintaining positive interactions.
• Ability to manage classroom activities, schedules, and responsibilities efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked classroom, ensuring materials are available for the day’s activities.
• Encourage children to have kind and happy hearts, fostering a positive, supportive learning environment.
• Adapt to different roles and handle unexpected changes or challenges throughout the day.
• Engage in the physical aspects of the job, such as overseeing children’s activities and ensuring classroom cleanliness.
• Exhibit a spirit of unity.