Preschool Aide (Learning through Literature)

The Preschool Aide (LTL) is a spiritually service minded individual who understands the mission and philosophy of Eden Christian Academy and enacts the shared vision of the school. This individual works alongside the Preschool LTL teacher. This is a 2 day a week position on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, averaging 8 hours per week.

• Partner with the Preschool LTL teacher by assisting in classroom duties
• Prepare, manage and clean up classroom supplies and activities
• Ensure student safety by maintaining an orderly environment in accordance with school guidelines
• Maintain continual supervision of students during class
• Follow all school policies regarding discipline as well as positive and professional communication practices
• Protect confidentiality of students, staff and volunteers by keeping all privileged information private, not discussing with anyone who is not entitled to such information
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Physical Requirements to Fulfill the Essential Functions of this Job

• Move about the classroom
• Physically accompany students in the hallways or in other places inside and outside the buildings as the students move from one location to another location on the premises.
• Have sufficient vision to allow for active supervision and interaction with students.
• Have the ability to quickly summon help when an emergency arises.

Qualifications

• Have a mature relationship with Jesus Christ as his/her personal Lord and Savior and be active in an evangelical church.
• Be a Christ-like model for students in attitude, speech, and actions toward others (Luke 6:40)
• Be supportive of the school's mission and doctrinal statements.
• Acceptable PA DOE employment clearances dated within one year: FBI Fingerprint/ Act 114 Federal Criminal Background Check (Identogo Service Code 1KG6TR), Act 151 State Child Abuse Background Report, and Act 34 PA State Police Background Clearance
• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree in education or related field preferred
• At least one year of relevant experience in an educational or childcare setting
• Basic personal computer skills (Gmail, Word, Excel)
• Feels called of God to work with children.
• Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability and personal leadership qualities to “train up a child in the way he should go.”
• Exemplary written and spoken communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills; able to work well with a team
• Effective multitasker; can prioritize tasks based on importance and deadlines

Compensation

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Part-time 8 hour per week benefits include: accruing sick days and 1 personal day, per handbook guidelines. 15% tuition discount for any children attending Eden.