Early Learning Academy​/Preschool Ministry Care Staff

Position: Early Learning Academy and/or Preschool Ministry Care Staff

Role Overview

Care staff are responsible for providing a safe, healthy, and loving environment to preschool children. Staff should agree with The Cross Church’s faith statement and be committed to the spiritual development of children in a Christian environment through the regular and ongoing programming provided by The Cross Church children’s ministry, contributing to the high‑performance culture and mission to Spread God’s Fame by Making Disciples of all People
. This position reports to the Preschool Ministry Director and/or the Early Learning Academy Director.

Job Classification

Part‑time, less than 20 hours per week. Non‑exempt.

Schedule

• Preschool Ministry:
  Monday morning, Wednesday evening, Saturday evening, Sunday morning
• Early Learning Academy:
  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 am – 2 pm (September – May)

* The schedule for this position will vary for required training, special events, holidays, and summers depending upon your assignment and availability.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Help each child develop a healthy perception of God and His love for them.
• Help each child appreciate God’s creation and recognize His hand in all things.
• Be prepared to execute daily lesson plans.
• Foster an environment where children increase in levels of independence and are nurtured socially and emotionally.
• Provide prompt and professional care to the physical, emotional, spiritual, and social needs of children.
• Be sensitive to the varied developmental levels of the children.
• Report any problems or concerns to the Care Coordinator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and Critical Skills

• Agreement with The Cross Church’s faith statement and mission to spread His fame by making disciples of all people.
• Committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.
• Established pattern of Bible study and prayer.
• Membership and regular attendance of The Cross Church.
• The ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly, both orally and in written form.
• Love children and model Christ to them.
• Ability encourage children’s positive behaviors and remain calm, friendly and respectful when addressing inappropriate behaviors.
• Pray for preschoolers and their families.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self‑motivated.
• Ability to practice a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work well with staff, church members, and the community.
• The ability to speak, read and write English.
• The ability to handle moderate stress levels.
• Sufficient good health to discharge duties properly.
• Passing criminal, financial, and sexual misconduct background checks.

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.