Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary

Master’s Garden Preschool is seeking a part-time Half-Day Preschool Assistant Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year , beginning in August 2026 . This position supports the Lead Teacher in providing Christ-centered care, supervision, and engaging learning experiences for preschool-aged children in our Half-Day program. The Half-Day program follows the Orange County Schools calendar for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a part-time, school-year position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–1:00 PM , with holidays and summers off .

Duties

• Assist the Lead Teacher with the daily operation of the Half-Day preschool classroom
• Help provide a warm, caring, and engaging classroom environment
• Support children through daily activities, play, learning, and creative exploration
• Encourage children’s social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development
• Help maintain a safe, clean, organized, and healthy classroom environment
• Follow classroom safety and sanitation procedures at all times
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and supervision of children
• Support curriculum activities and help create meaningful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Provide extra support and care for individual children as needed
• Partner with families in a positive and encouraging manner
• Model respectful, loving, and Christ-centered behavior toward children, families, and co-workers
• Participate in classroom planning and team collaboration
• Attend staff meetings and training as requested
• Assist with other preschool duties as directed by the Lead Teacher or Director
• Arrive on time and consistently follow the established work schedule

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
• Genuine interest in early childhood development
• Understanding of basic safety and sanitation practices
• Strong communication skills with tact, patience, and kindness
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Ability to maintain a positive, caring, and professional attitude
• Must be a follower of Jesus Christ, seeking to live under His Lordship
• Must support the mission of Master’s Garden Preschool and Christian education

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children
• Experience in a childcare, preschool, or classroom setting
• Familiarity with developmentally appropriate practices
• Experience working in a Christian school or ministry setting

Benefits

• Part-time weekday schedule: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, Monday–Friday
• Holidays off based on the Orange County Schools calendar
• Summers off
• Supportive, Christ-centered work environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and training
• Meaningful work serving children and families

About Us

Master's Garden Preschool is a ministry of Ebenezer Baptist Church.We believe that every child is a gift from God.Our mission is to provide a healthy and affordable program that is designed to meet the social, emotional, spiritual, educational, and physical needs of each child.

Job Tags

Part time, Summer work, Monday to Friday, Weekday work

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