Description

Job Summary

• To work closely with the James River Academy Assistant Lead in 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. This role is essential for creating a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment that aligns with the values and mission of James River School.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee the classroom by implementing daily curriculum and follow the schedule set for the classroom 
• Implement James River Academy behavior guidelines in the classroom and maintain order in the classroom in a calm, fair and just manner. Encourage students to have a kind and happy heart.
• Make sure the room is clean, stocked and in order. 
• Check that children are properly checked in and out, verify matching claim tags, and ensure no media use or other distractions in the classroom.
• Verify parent and child claim tags match when children are picked up.
• Abide by the no cell phone or other media usage policy.

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 the License Exempt Rule Book and sign the required statement. 
• All are required to participate in the following activities: 
• James River Academy Morning Meetings 
• Attend all mandatory Training Meeting
• Easter Egg Hunt Prep Day
• Easter Egg Hunt Shift
• All required dates and events listed on the teaching contract
• Commit to attending a Bible preaching church.
• The ability to lift, push or pull 25 pounds. 
• Ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach. 
• The ability to walk independently up and down a normal flight of 13-15 stairs. 

Absenteeism:

• 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 affects your class, a meeting will be scheduled with the James River School Director and Assistant Lead

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of the curriculum provided and the ability to effectively apply it in the classroom.
• Awareness of sanitation requirements, safety protocols, and health guidelines for young children, including diaper changing and bathroom supervision.
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation routes and procedures to ensure the safety of children in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to effectively communicate with parents, children, and coworkers, including greeting with enthusiasm and maintaining positive interactions.
• Ability to manage classroom activities, schedules, and responsibilities efficiently (e.g., keeping the classroom in order, following the daily schedule, facilitating group activities).
• The ability to keep the classroom clean, organized, and stocked, ensuring everything is in order and materials are available for the day’s activities.
• Ability to encourage children to have kind and happy hearts, fostering a positive, supportive learning environment.
• Ability to adjust to different roles and handle unexpected changes or challenges throughout the day.
• Ability to engage in the physical aspects of the job, such as overseeing children’s activities, and ensuring classroom cleanliness.
• Must exhibit a spirit of unity.

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:

1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

    a. Daily devotional time with the Lord.

    b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

    a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

    b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and congregation.

6. Maintain a Christian outlook and attitude at all times.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.

HEART BEHIND ALL WE DO

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)