Assistant Nursery Teacher

Position: Assistant Nursery Teacher Employment Status: Part-Time Compensation: $15.00 per hour (regular hours) and $22.50 per hour (special events)

Position Overview

The Nursery Worker provides loving, attentive care for children from infancy through three/four years of age. This role is ideal for someone who values sowing seeds of faith at the earliest stages of life and approaches ministry with a positive attitude, a teachable spirit, and a strong sense of dependability. Nursery Workers are expected to work well as part of a team while creating a safe, engaging, and Christ-centered environment for children.

Roles & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing daily care such as feeding, diapering, grooming, and maintaining schedules and routines
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe nursery environment, including cleaning toys and classrooms
• Monitoring children’s health, behavior, and emotional well-being
• Encouraging age-appropriate learning and socialization (communication, manners, sharing, etc.)
• Engaging children through Bible stories, crafts, art, and play
• Teaching positive behaviors and providing guidance as needed
• Preparing, serving, and cleaning up snacks
• Preparing classrooms by organizing supplies, stocking cabinets, and assisting with inventory as needed

Expectations & Requirements

• Attendance at monthly staff meeting via zoom
• Complete minimum 2 Sunday shift weekly
• Complete one additional shift on Tuesday mornings OR Wednesday evening
• Work one Sunday evening shift per month for People Group
• Participation in at least one special event per month
• A minimum of 30 days’ notice for requested time off
• Monthly schedules are finalized by the 15th of each month

Ideal Candidate**:**

• Prior experience working with children in preschool, daycare, or babysitting roles is highly preferred
• Must be willing to sign a statement of faith that aligns with Restoration Church
• Certification in first aid and CPR (Childhood First Aid preferred) to ensure safety during all activities (can be provided by Restoration Church)
• Experience working with children with disabilities or special needs is a plus
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with children, parents, and team members
• Dependable, and able to commit and follow through with scheduled shifts
• Ability to manage classroom behavior using positive reinforcement and behavior management techniques
• Familiarity with mandated reporting laws related to child safety and welfare
• Passion for early childhood education and a genuine desire to support children's growth and learning

This position is ideal for energetic individuals eager to contribute to a nurturing and faith based environment. We can't wait to hear from you!

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person