Toddler Lead Teacher

About the role

Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious. We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need. Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed. Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach in a therapeutic classroom environment within the Compass Kids Program at the Center for Women and Children.
• Implement developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and Christ-centered approaches.
• Use evidence-based curriculum and sensory tools in educational activities.
• Communicate effectively and clearly with children, parents, coworkers, and volunteers.
• Manage and monitor student data from each of the classrooms.
• Ensure the program meets the needs of the children in a Christ-centered, strengths-focused, and trauma-informed manner.
• Teach basics of early childhood education in line with best practice standards through utilization of sensory tools.
• Provide daily communication to parents as well as Compass Kids staff outlining daily events.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Wheeler Mission, Center for Women and Children, and Indiana Code.
• Participate in staff meetings and meetings with Compass Kids Program Managers as requested.
• Assist Program Manager with managing the accreditation compliance documents.
• Oversee community engagement through the Comp