Childrens Ministry Elementary Teacher Part Time

$27,040 - $41,600/Yr

Lakewood Church - Houston, TX

Part-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

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About the position

The Children's Ministry Elementary Teacher at Lakewood Church is a part-time role focused on providing quality ministry to children in the 1st to 5th grades. This position involves teaching, guiding, and caring for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children while ensuring a positive experience for both children and their parents. The teacher will work closely with the Elementary Manager and other staff to create a nurturing and engaging environment for learning and spiritual growth.

Responsibilities

• Minister to children in a classroom, including teaching, guiding, and comforting them.
• Care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children.
• Engage all children in the assigned area at their developmental stage.
• Teach the assigned curriculum with enthusiasm.
• Ensure that quality ministry is taking place in the assigned classroom or role.
• Assist with transitions, challenging behaviors, and extra duties with a positive team attitude.
• Maintain flexibility to work with children of all ages and different personalities.
• Adhere to all established Child Safety & Emergency protocols as defined by law and Lakewood Church policies.
• Model a Christ-like attitude at all times.
• Inspire volunteer commitment in others.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work in assigned areas.
• Maintain professionalism in dealings with parents and other KidsLife personnel.
• Complete all paperwork and classroom clean-up as assigned.
• Attend all KidsLife team meetings, staff meetings, and area trainings.
• Communicate schedule changes in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 6 months experience volunteering, daycare, or teaching experience.
• Uncompromised commitment to Lakewood Church's vision, values, and core beliefs.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in one or more areas of responsibility.
• Able to regularly lift up to 20 pounds.
• Able to stand and be mobile for extended periods of time.

Nice-to-haves

• One year volunteering, daycare, or teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent teamwork, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to enforcing child safety policies and processes.

Benefits

• Part-time position with flexible hours.
• Opportunity to serve in a meaningful ministry role.