What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare / Preschool Teacher position at Life Academy?
Life Academy in Roanoke, VA is looking for Teachers to join our team! We currently are looking to hire for several positions; some part time, some full time, and multiple age groups.
We are located on 7422 Deer Branch Rd. in North Roanoke County. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, punctual, and engaged. We are a well-established Christian preschool offering high-quality childcare with a Bible-based and spiritual emphasis in every age group and area.
Why join the team at Life Academy?
- Family environment where we all work together and support each other
- We have FUN with our students and together - playing, painting, singing, science experiments, artwork, it's all in a day's work here.
- Go outside and enjoy the fresh air with your students and enjoy working in a smoke/alcohol/drug free environment.
- Paid vacation time, sick time, and 8 paid holidays.
- Never work nights, weekends, or holidays.
- Closed for the week of Christmas to enjoy time with family.
- On-the-job training and continued education.
Responsibilities
- The center is open from Monday - Friday between 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
- You'll be assigned a group of students to work with on a consistent basis, with a set schedule, with occasionally being asked to help sub as needed. We prioritize working together as a team and being flexible to achieve the best outcome for our students!
- You'll plan, coordinate, and implement developmentally appropriate activities for the children in your care following a state-approved curriculum with FREE training provided to you!
- You'll provide a positive and nurturing learning environment to the children in your care, ensuring they know that learning is fun!
- You'll engage with parents in a professional manner regarding their student's development.
Qualifications
- Experience working with children (ideally children under the age of 5)
- Ability to remain calm, patient and positive with students
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Have a love for children and a desire to positively impact their lives
- CDA or degree in Education or Early Childhood is desired but not mandatory.
Please contact the center by email at smorris@mylifeacademy.org or phone at 540-563-5140 for more information regarding vacancies, job descriptions, and interviews. We look forward to reviewing your resume!