Benefits: Life Insurance 401(k) Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off

Location: Walkertown, NC Job Type: Part-Time

About Us:

At Church Childcare Center, we are passionate about creating a nurturing, Christ-centered environment where young children can thrive academically, emotionally, and spiritually. Located in the heart of Walkertown, NC, our mission is to plant seeds of purpose in every child we serve. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher to join our after-school program team and help lead the way in high-quality, faith-aligned early education.

Position Summary: As an Early Childhood Teacher, youll play a key role in designing and delivering developmentally appropriate instruction while creating a warm, engaging, and structured classroom environment. Youll collaborate with fellow educators to plan lessons, guide behavior, and support each childs unique learning journeyall while modeling Christian values and compassion throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities:

Curriculum Development & Instruction

Create and implement age-appropriate, hands-on lesson plans that promote whole-child development

Adapt teaching strategies and materials to meet the varied learning styles and abilities of children

Promote curiosity, creativity, independence, and foundational skills through interactive play and activities

Classroom Management

Maintain a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages respectful behavior and peer collaboration

Establish consistent routines for meals, rest, transitions, and group learning

Use positive behavior guidance strategies to foster self-regulation and problem-solving

Be physically able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50 lbs

Individualized Support

Observe and assess each childs development, using insights to guide instruction and interventions

Offer differentiated instruction to meet the individual needs of all learners

Communicate regularly and collaboratively with parents and guardians to ensure consistency between home and school

Spiritual Development (applies to non-state-funded classrooms only)

Incorporate Christian values into classroom experiences through songs, storytelling, and daily interactions

Model kindness, empathy, and love while building a classroom culture grounded in faith and community

Team Collaboration & Growth

Partner with colleagues, administrators, and families to support each childs success

Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, and center-wide initiatives

Maintain professionalism, organization, and attention to detail in all aspects of classroom and center operations

Other Duties

Fulfill additional responsibilities as needed to support center needs

Qualifications:

High school diploma or NC Early Childhood Credential (required); CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Prior experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting

Strong understanding of child development principles and early education best practices

Familiarity with or willingness to integrate Christian values into teaching

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Must pass all background checks and screenings in accordance with state and church policies

Why Join Church Childcare Center?

Supportive, purpose-driven team environment

Opportunity to make a lifelong impact on childrens lives

A faith-based mission that values both professional excellence and spiritual growth

Ready to make a difference in a childs future? Apply today and join a team thats nurturing hearts, minds, and souls.