Lead Teacher- First Friends Early Learning Ministry

Lead Teacher - First Friends Early Learning Ministry

Summary:

First Friends Early Learning Ministry is under the mission and outreach of The Wabash First United Methodist Church. It aims to provide a Christ‑centered environment that allows children to reach their fullest potential through positive, rich, and meaningful experiences. The Lead Teacher coordinates the curriculum and manages day‑to‑day classroom operations, ensuring a safe and stimulating environment where children are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed.

The role requires strong communication skills with children, parents, and staff, effective guidance of teacher assistants, and resolution of parental concerns.

• Coordinate and implement educational curriculum by developing classroom activities based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards.
• Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self‑concepts.
• Observe, monitor, and keep records of individual children's activities.
• Communicate with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities and progress.
• Supervise an assistant teacher in managing classroom processes and relationships with children.
• Ensure all ministry policies and state regulations are met.
• Work with the Director to maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred, or CDA.
• Must be willing to obtain a minimum of CDA within 6 months of employment.
• Continuing education each year per state guidelines.

• Minimum of 1 year of childcare experience.
• High energy and ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; technology skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.

Interested individuals contact Carolyn Satterfield at:
260‑563‑7665