Children’s Ministry Preschool Teacher – Part-Time

Children’s Ministry Preschool Teacher (Part-Time) – Kids Life Kids Life | Non-Exempt Help Build a Foundation of Faith in the Early Years If you have a heart for nurturing little ones during their most formative years, this is a role with a profound purpose. As Kids Life continues to grow, Lakewood Church is expanding our ministry to include midweek Wednesday services, creating more opportunities to pour into children during these early, foundational years. We are seeking patient, loving, and Christ-centered individuals who enjoy teaching, comforting, and guiding preschool-age children in a safe, joyful, and faith-filled environment. As a Preschool Teacher, you’ll primarily serve children from age three through five years/Kindergarten, helping introduce them to God’s love through engaging classroom ministry, age-appropriate teaching, encouragement, and care. Compensation $14 per hour base pay$20 per hour Sunday premium rate Work Schedule Part-time, 12 to 20 hours per pay periodSunday 7:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. and Wednesday 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.Additional hours may be available for special events as needed What You’ll Do Working directly with the Preschool Manager, you’ll help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging ministry environment where preschool-age children can learn, participate, and grow. Teach & Minister to Children Minister to children through teaching, guiding, comforting, and encouraging themCare for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of childrenEngage children at their individual developmental stagesTeach assigned curriculum with enthusiasmHelp ensure quality ministry takes place in the assigned classroom or rolePrimarily serve children from age three through five years/Kindergarten while remaining flexible to assist with children of other ages or in different ministry roles as needed Create a Safe & Positive Classroom Experience Follow established Child Safety and Emergency protocols in accordance with Lakewood Church policies and applicable requirementsHelp children transition successfully between activities and classroom environmentsRespond appropriately and positively to challenging behaviorsModel a Christ-like attitude in interactions with children, parents, volunteers, staff, and leadersHelp ensure children, parents, Kids Life staff, and volunteers have a positive experienceMaintain professionalism, discretion, and a Christ-like attitude when handling sensitive or confidential information Serve as Part of the Kids Life Team Work cooperatively with Kids Life staff, volunteers, coordinators, and ministry leadersLook for opportunities to assist with classroom transitions, additional duties, and team needsEncourage and inspire volunteer commitment in othersMaintain a cooperative and respectful attitudeRemain gracious, kind, and loving even in high-pressure situationsBe open to correction and responsive to volunteer and staff leadershipMaintain flexibility when classroom assignment changes are needed Be Prepared & Dependable Arrive in assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to serveMaintain a high level of dependability and reliability for assigned work schedulesCommunicate schedule changes promptly with the Preschool Manager, Coordinator, Team Lead, and other appropriate staffComplete assigned paperwork and classroom clean-upAttend Kids Life team meetings, staff meetings, and area trainingsMaintain availability for regular ministry days, including Sundays and Wednesdays, and for special events as neededPerform other related duties as assigned Qualifications Successful candidates will demonstrate: An uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church’s vision, values, and core beliefsChrist-like characterA passion for serving and ministering to children, families, volunteers, and staffThe ability to relate positively to children of different ages, parents, volunteers, staff, and leadersExcellent teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skillsAn understanding of and commitment to following child safety policies and processesA cooperative and respectful approach to working with othersThe ability to remain gracious, kind, and loving under pressureOpenness to correction and responsiveness to ministry leadershipA commitment to excellence in assigned responsibilitiesProfessional appearance and conductThe ability to regularly lift up to 20 poundsThe ability to stand and remain mobile for extended periods of time Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED requiredMinimum six months of volunteer, daycare, or teaching experienceOne year of volunteer, daycare, or teaching experience preferred Our Mission As a member of the Lakewood Church team, you play an important role in helping fulfill our mission of bringing hope through Jesus Christ to people around the world. Employees serving in this position are expected to support the Church’s mission, maintain a lifestyle consistent with our biblical beliefs, participate in the life of the Church, and serve as part of our faith community. Ministerial responsibilities include regular attendance at church services and classes, serving as a Prayer Partner or ministry volunteer, and participating in community outreach opportunities as needed. If you have a heart for preschool-age children and want to help create a safe, joyful, and faith-filled environment where children can begin building a strong foundation of faith, we encourage you to apply.