JAMES RIVER CHURCH·Ozark, Missouri
The Preschool Teacher will work closely with the Preschool Coordinator to plan and execute the curriculum while managing classroom duties. Responsibilities include overseeing classroom activities, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring child safety during drop-off and pick-up.
To work closely with the James River Preschool Coordinator in planning and executing the schedule and curriculum for the James River Academy program. Greet and communicate with parents in relation to their child. Assume weekly management of room duties.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Function as room leader or assistant leader.
Make sure room is clean, stocked and in order.
Oversee classroom (keep class on schedule, make sure diapers are changed, kids go to bathroom, etc.) Implement James River Academy Curriculum in your classroom.
Verify the child has been checked in and is wearing their check-in sticker at drop off.
Verify parent and child claim tags match when children are picked up.
Assist with parents that enter building to drop off or pick up child.
Facilitate group activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with children and parents.
Take attendance of children.
Follow the NPR guidelines regarding the student to teacher ratio with your class at all times.
Follow State guidelines for sanitation requirements in rooms.
Red carpet attitude – remember you are here to serve others.
Be flexible in every aspect of the job.
Greet parents and children at door; learn their names and use them often.
No cell phone or other media usage allowed.
Friend visits are not acceptable.
No food or drinks in the Playlands except bottled water.
Always leave a room better than you found it.
Be aware of emergency evacuation routes and procedures.
In the event you are going to be absent please notify the Sub Coordinator immediately. Time off should be requested two weeks in advance of absence.
If absenteeism is affecting your class, a meeting will be scheduled with the Weekday Preschool Director and Coordinator.
Requirements: Job Requirements
Complete requested background screening prior to start date.
Register with Family Care Registry prior to start date.
Provide physical exam results and TB test results prior to start date.
Attend James River Church Grow Track Classes prior to start date.
Read License Exempt Rule Book and sign the required statement.
Read the James River Academy Teacher Handbook and sign the required statement.
All are required to participate in the following activities: James River Academy Planning Meetings (paid time) Attend scheduled meetings and Training days (paid time)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Abide by no cell phone usage while on duty. Ability to lift, push or pull 25 pounds. Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach. Ability to walk independently up and down a normal flight of 13-15 stairs.
Code of Conduct and Character
James River Church is Pastor-led and staff driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are expected and considered to share in the responsibility of practicing and propagating the Christian gospel message and upholding the doctrine of the Church (the employer), as stated on our website and in our Bylaws. As leaders and ministers of the gospel, staff therefore agree to the following:
JOY Smile at EVERYONE you encounter! “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Phil 4:4 (NIV) “In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Ps 16:11 (ESV)
ENTHUSIASM Be enthusiastic about your role, about the church, & about what God is doing in your life and in the church. “Zeal for your house has consumed me…” Ps 69:9 (ESV) “I was overjoyed when they said, ‘Let’s go up to the house of the Lord.’” Ps 122:1 (TPT)
ENCOURAGEMENT Be encouraging with your countenance, with your words, and with your actions to the team and to everyone you connect with as you serve! “So encourage each other and build each other up…” 1 Thess 5:11 (NLT) “…Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.” 1 Thess 5:15 (MSG)
LOVE AND CARE – Show compassion & represent the love of Jesus! “Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” 1 John 4:7 (NLT) “Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” Jn 13:34 (NLT)
SERVANT - MINDED How can we help you with what you need? If needed, connect the individual to someone who can help. “God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” 1 Pt 4:10 (NLT) “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mt 20:28 (NLT) “…Through love serve and seek the best for one another.” Ga 5:13 (AMP)
Market context
In Missouri, classroom teacher roles in early childhood settings are typically driven by ongoing demand for educators with infant-toddler experience and formal training in Early Childhood Education or a related field. These positions can be competitive because Montessori preparation and hands-on experience with children ages 0-3 are often required, along with standard benefits such as health, dental, vision, paid holidays, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Montessori credentials and age-group experience before applying.