Substitute Teacher - King's Preschool - CRISTA Ministries
Shoreline, WA
About the Job
This is a Part-Time, On-Call position.
Mon-Fri varying hours between 7am-6pm
Compensation is between $16.28 to $21 per hour, DOE
Mon-Fri varying hours between 7am-6pm
Compensation is between $16.28 to $21 per hour, DOE
COMPANY OVERVIEW
CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. At the core of our Christian church community is the belief that as Christians, we are part of the priesthood of all believers, set forth in I Peter 2. We believe this priesthood calling rests upon all Christians and is a foundational, spiritual practice of our CRISTA community. This priesthood calling evokes within us the response to view our work as our ministry. We believe that all representatives of our community are ministers of the gospel and play equally important roles in exercising, expressing and teaching our beliefs (I Corinthians 12: 17-23).
CRISTA exists to make known the love of Jesus Christ through demonstrated works of service and ministry. We use every method available so that the people of the world may hear the Gospel, accept Christ as their Savior, and grow in their faith. We are a united family of Biblical Ministries inspired by a shared vision to serve and impact the young through the elderly, all cultures and backgrounds, in our own backyard and around the world through excellence in our service and operations. By leading a healthy and sustainable organization, CRISTA empowers its ministries to serve the needs of the world and share the Gospel, making disciples. Our commitment is to glorify, honor and obey the Lord in all we do through a workforce of ministers: our staff and volunteers who are called, committed, and faithful Christians.
CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with our calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ. From World Concern’s relief and development efforts around the globe; from CRISTA Media’s stations that broadcast uplifting messages and music through your radio dials to the fireside songs that bring joy to campers year-round at CRISTA Camps; from the young minds equipped with knowledge at King’s Schools to the seniors receiving exceptional care at CRISTA Senior Living. Whether traversing the globe or right in our backyard, the CRISTA family of ministries is empowered to meet the needs of those we serve with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
CRISTA MINISTRIES MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS
- Missions Statement: CRISTA is a family of Ministries empowered to serve the needs of the World with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
- Vision Statement: To transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ through sustainable, Biblical Christian ministries.
CRISTA MINISTRIES CORE VALUES
- Christ-Centered: We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
- Servanthood: We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
- Uncompromising Integrity: We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy – reflecting Jesus in all we do.
- Holy Stewardship: We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
- Excellence: We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
- Unified Team: We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
KING’s SCHOOLS MINISTRY MISSION & VISION STATEMENTS
Mission Statement: King’s Schools provides an exemplary Christian education serving the needs of students with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Vision Statement: Inspiring and transforming lives in a spiritually vital, caring school community to serve God for His glory.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Principal and Assistant Principal the substitute teacher is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe, fun and thriving age appropriate classroom environment. Provide direct instruction to students using an established curriculum. Fill the role of either the assistant teacher or the lead teacher in the event of their absence. Bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, an ability to problem solve, and actively work with children and alongside teachers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)
DUTIES
- Support the Principal and Assistant Principal in maintaining a quality program that upholds the standards, goals, and overall mission of King’s Schools and the Preschool.
- Assist the lead teacher, assistant teacher and other staff with maintaining a well-functioning, safe and thriving learning environment.
- Work as a member of the teaching team to creatively solve problems and resolve concerns with students throughout the day. Give support to the teachers and positive guidance to the children.
- Perform job tasks independently and in a timely manner without direct supervision.
- Know and comply with the state regulations concerning a state licensed preschool and specifically how it impacts your job duties and responsibility in the classroom.
- Intentionally develop positive relationships with all teachers and staff.
- Represent yourself as a professional in Early Childhood Education and teacher to King’s Preschool standards to students and their families.
- Assist teachers in the classroom, on the playground and in the gym, and in lesson preparation and implementation.
- Communicate effectively, respectfully and in a professional manner with Director, Assistant Director, teachers and other King’s Preschool staff.
- Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, students and their parents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
CHRIST CENTERED
- Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
- Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).
- Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
- Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
- Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
- Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
- Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.
EDUCATION
- Washington State Initial ECE Certificate (12 credits) or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE
- Two years prior experience working with children.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
- Negative Tb skin test prior to first day of work.
- Child/infant CPR and first aid
- HIV and blood borne pathogen training
- Proof of MMR vaccination and food handler’s permit.
- Proof of exemption of STARS basic 20 hour waiver or take the class within 3 months of hire date.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
- Commitment to work with multi-ethnic, culturally diverse student and parent population.
- Able to work with the public in a friendly and courteous manner.
- Maintain confidentiality and composure in a busy, open setting.
- A patient, child-centered temperament, professionalism, and a team unity mind set.
- Strong ability to communicate clearly to young children as well as the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to teachers, parents, and supervisors.
- Flexible and able to change direction quickly in response to a variety of situations that can occur in the classroom.
- Able to work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, students and their parents.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
CRISTA is a Christian, religious organization that lives out its faith-based mission through five ministries: CRISTA Camps, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Senior Living, King’s Schools, and World Concern. As permitted by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, CRISTA reserves the right to prefer employees of a particular religion and to require its employees to hold certain religious beliefs, engage in certain religious observances, and engage in or refrain from engaging in certain behavior, based on CRISTA’s religious beliefs. CRISTA’s employees must agree with and support without reservation CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and must conduct themselves in accordance with the religious beliefs and practices that flow from that Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy.
Among those employees and employment applicants who agree with and support without reservation and abide by the Statement of Faith and CRISTA’s Christian Community Policy, CRISTA does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Based on its religious beliefs, CRISTA values and respects the dignity of all persons and appreciates the diversity of God’s creation.
Source : CRISTA Ministries