Extended Day Faculty- (Part Time) Lead Teacher for PreK & K

Founded in 1973, Indian Creek School is distinguished by its welcoming community, neuroscience-based approach to education, ample opportunities for extra-curricular involvement, differentiated teaching, innovative faculty, student-centered culture and commitment to being a family school. Indian Creek School enrolls approximately 550 students in grades Pre-K through twelve from diverse ethnic, racial, religious, and economic backgrounds.

This position is hourly, part-time,10-month position, reporting to the Extended Day manager.

The Extended Day program is looking to add School aged Teachers to the after school program whose qualifications meet the MSDE Office of Child Care criteria.

Afternoon work hours would be 2:30 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, for a total of 17.5 hours per week. Additional hours can be obtained for Teacher In-Service days and/or Parent Teacher Conferences.

Extended Day Responsibilities:

• Supervise students in grades PreK & K in our after school program
• Plan and carry out daily planned activities

• Follow health and safety protocol as mandated by ICS
• Communicate with other extended day faculty and parents when necessary
• Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Extended Day Program
• Display developed problem solving, communication skills, conflict resolution, and organization skills

Requirements:

• Comply with Office of Child Care regulations
• Child Care certifications required
• Early Childhood or Education experience preferred
• First Aid/CPR preferred but not required
• Federal and State Background Check clearance

Working Conditions

Environment:

• School environment including indoor and outdoor activities

• Classroom and playground climates

Physical Demands:

• Handle, carry and manipulate office materials
• Read handwritten documents and other records or reports
• Exchange information in person, by computer, or on the telephone

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Some light lifting, carrying, bending

Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and maintain a positive relationship with others
• Reflective practitioner in a state of constant professional growth and a willingness to share their craft with others