POSITION SUMMARY: The Preschool Teacher at Rock Church & Academy's Early Education Center embodies a commitment to nurturing children and fostering strong family relationships while integrating Christian values into daily lessons. This full-time, twelve-month role focuses on implementing an age-appropriate curriculum that aligns with our school philosophy, emphasizing the holistic development of each child within a loving Christian environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and implement curriculum plans in collaboration with the director and fellow teachers. Provide a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that complies with state licensing standards. Conduct daily activities that promote spiritual, educational, social, and emotional growth. Maintain constant supervision of children and ensure their health and safety at all times. Collaborate with colleagues to maintain high standards of care and communication with families. Participate in professional development activities to enhance Early Childhood Education knowledge. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Spiritual: Has accepted Jesus Christ as their personal Savior. Regularly attend Rock church or church of like faith and be actively involved in church activities. Must believe that the Bible is God's Word and the standard for faith and daily living. Must embody Christian principles and serve as a role model in speech, conduct, and interactions. Education & Experience: Must have one of the following: Bachelors of Science degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field. Completed a minimum of 15 units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility. An AA degree with at least 15 units being in the field of Early Childhood Education, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility. A valid Children's Center Permit issued by the California Commission for Teaching Preparation and Licensing, along with at least one year experience working with children in a licensed child care facility. Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize tasks, and provide excellent customer service. Emotional maturity and stability, with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children. Effective communication skills with children, families, and colleagues. NON-NEGOTIABLES: Adherence to Title 22 state licensing regulations and teacher-to-child ratios. Commitment to constant supervision and maintaining a safe learning environment. Respect for leadership and adherence to school policies and procedures. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 50 pounds and engage in physical activities with children. Agility to move comfortably around and interact at children's eye level. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work in a lively and occasionally noisy environment with children. MENTAL DEMANDS: Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond to emergencies calmly and sensitively. Employee At-Will Statement: Employment at Rock Church & Academy is at-will, allowing termination at any time, with or without cause.

Licensing & Rock Academy Personnel Requirements:

All required state Department of Social Services Community Care licensing forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include: Health Screening report Personnel Record Proof of negative TB skin test Form 1-9 Child Abuse Index Check Official College Transcripts Live Scan Fingerprinting - cleared Employee Rights Criminal Record Comply with, and implement Title 22 state licensing regulations.

All Rock Church & Rock Academy personnel forms must be filled out and returned. These forms include: Signed acknowledgement of Rock Academy Statement of Faith Signed acknowledgement and adherence to Rock Church and Rock Academy policies, procedures, and employee handbook. Pre-employment references & background check which includes: Social security verification Local, state, and federal criminal conviction record search National security database Sex offender registry