Job Description
Education - Part-time
Bethel Community Education
Preschool Guide: Job Description
OVERVIEW
The Preschool Guide will give evidence of a deep love for Christ, and will exemplify Him in all of his/her work to further the mission of Bethel Community Education. This person will have a passion to guide and mentor a diverse community of learners of varied abilities and families of all socio-economic and faith backgrounds. The Preschool Guide will have the exciting opportunity to:
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Cultivate a welcoming, safe, learning environment for preschool learners.
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Foster a learning community that desires to grow as disciples of Christ.
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Empower first-time, curious learners to grow and become independent.
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Equip learners to grow spiritually, emotionally, mentally, behaviorally, socially and academically.
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Develop and implement age appropriate:
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3-week and 6-week explorations that engage learners in real-world experiences.
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Bible Curriculum
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This person will show strength in creating engaging explorations, provide needed guidance for learners, and foster a positive community both in the preschool program and with the collaborative team. He/she will regularly communicate with the school director, play a vital role in the evolving educational pedagogy in our early learner program, and most importantly display the characteristics of a servant leader as a spiritual leader in the preschool program.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Professes Jesus Christ as his/her personal Savior and lives accordingly.
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Has a contagious passion for the mission of Bethel Community Education.
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Can work well in a close, collaborative environment and has earned the respect of peers.
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Able to work with energy and zeal on long-term and short-term projects. He/she is comfortable working with a variety of people, including learners, employees, volunteers, constituents and others.
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Display excellent, creative communication skills both verbally, and in writing and print.
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Discretion in handling confidential information.
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Actively listens, is open-minded, and seeks to guide each learner in a path that develops their God-given gifts, strengthens their weaknesses, and celebrates accomplishments.
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Experience in education and has an up to date teaching certificate, or is working toward their teaching certificate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Represent the mission and vision of Bethel Community Education.
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Seek to discern the will of God for Bethel Community Education.
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Reflect with the team on what is being done (spiritually, pedagogically, emotionally, behaviorally, day-to-day and session-to-session schedule) and make proposals to the Board of Directors if/when needed to seek what is best for the mission.
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Regularly meet with the collaborative team to discuss the development and implementation of Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs), the culture of the classroom, and any other necessary items.
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Develop and implement curriculum to meet the needs of the preschool learners.
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Report to the School Director the implementation of the curriculum, researching and recommending improvements and changes, and documenting any changes.
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Create engaging Explorations that provide learners with real-world learning experiences through onsite and offsite opportunities (expert visitors, field trips).
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If/when necessary, in a Christ-like manner, carry out the Developing Christian Character Policy.
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Support, and work well with, the team at Bethel Community Education.
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Share preferred Professional Development opportunities with the School Director, take part in those opportunities, and give honest feedback of their value.
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Meet bi-annually with the School Director of Bethel Community Education regarding formal observations.
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Communicate regularly with families of Bethel Community Education through weekly newsletters, reminders, and highlights.
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Prepare and equip learners to hold Portfolio Conferences 2 times a year, email parents their Progress Report following each Exploration, and communicate with families if a learner struggles in an area socially, emotionally, behaviorally, and academically.
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Inform the School Director of pertinent information involving a Bethel Community Education learner and/or family.
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On social media, provide glimpses into the day at Bethel Community Education.
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Participate in beginning and end of year setup / take down of Bethel Community Education’s facilities.
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Participate in helping to promote and facilitate Bethel Community Education’s fundraising events and efforts.
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Other tasks as assigned by the School Director of Bethel Community Education.
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Responsible to the School Director of Bethel Community Education.
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Requirements: This is a part-time position requiring either 15-30 hours a week dependent on enrollment. Preferred teaching certificate.
Applicants can email their cover letter, resume and references to the School Director, Amy Zwiep: amy@bce.school