StaffKids Teacher
About the Role
At Life.Church, we exist to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. The Childcare Teacher is primarily responsible for providing care for children while maintaining a safe and secure environment. You will assist with the development and teaching of a spiritually-based, age-appropriate curriculum, monitor children for health, behavioral, and/or emotional challenges, and partner with parents or other educators to support each child's development. The StaffKids Team provides excellent childcare for Life.Church staff members in the Oklahoma City metro area, working with children from infancy to Pre-K.
Responsibilities
- Maintain awareness of Department of Human Services (DHS) requirements and regulations for childcare settings
- Provide care for and development of children through lesson planning and curriculum execution
- Introduce and implement good hygiene and personal grooming practices for children
- Maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for children
- Develop and encourage age-appropriate, spiritually-based learning and socialization plans
- Regularly coordinate and perform proper sanitation practices for classrooms, common areas, and toys
- Partner with parents or other educators to assist children in progressing toward educational, behavioral, and spiritual goals
- Monitor children for health, behavioral, and/or emotional issues, reporting concerns to leaders and parents or educators
Skills
- Ability to self-motivate, make independent decisions with decisiveness, and problem-solve
- Maintain flexibility and patience while embracing change
- Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage conflict and differing opinions while maintaining composure
- Strong attentiveness to the needs and safety of children
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
Benefits
- Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Generous employer-paid leave for vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance policy provided at 2x annual salary at no cost, with additional coverage available for purchase
- Short-Term and Long-Term disability covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members
- Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits
- Generous 401(k) retirement plan with up to 12.5% contribution (including employer match and discretionary contribution) in the first year, increasing with tenure
- $160 annually in development dollars for professional growth
- Casual dress and work environment
Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity
At Life.Church, every staff member and intern is a minister and is expected to fully engage in the church's ministry. Ministry readiness and alignment with Life.Church’s beliefs are essential for all positions. We value diversity in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender, recognizing its importance in fulfilling our mission to reach the world for Christ. Learn more about what we believe at Life.Church.