Preschool & Child Care Center Serving Homewood, Pelham, Huntsville, Trussville, Hoover, AL

Summary/Objective

The Assistant Teacher provides support to the Lead Teacher in the academic, social-emotional growth and development of all students in their care. Assistant Teachers also must develop partnerships with parents in order to engage and encourage parent participation.

Essential Functions

• Ability to maintain classroom control
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom
• Uphold confidentiality
• Be prepared to take on the role of lead teacher when needed

Daily Tasks

• Build relationships with parents and staff
• Provide a safe and clean environment for the students
• Assist the lead teacher with student supervision in the classroom, common areas and playground
• Actively engage in classroom activities
• Assist the lead teacher with classroom control
• Distribute projects and assignments to each student’s folder
• Assist in the completion of reports as needed (health, incident, accident, daily)

Weekly Tasks

• Make copies of classroom materials
• Inventory each student’s cubby for items needed (clothes, diaper, wipes, etc)
• Assist the lead teacher with lesson plans as needed
• Sanitize cots
• Check classroom equipment and materials to ensure they are in good repair
• Help resolve issues or concerns with parents as they arise-know when to involve the front office administration

Monthly Tasks

• Laminate teaching materials as needed
• Assist the lead teacher in updating classroom décor to reflect lessons
• Assist the lead teacher in developing projects/crafts for the month

Quarterly Tasks

• Perform student evaluations
• Work Parent’s Night Out (2 per year)

Abilities

• Decision Making
• Leadership
• Ethical Conduct
• Teamwork

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 1 year classroom experience preferred
• Successfully pass a background check
• CPR/1st Aid certified

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday and hours are typically 8am-5pm. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during business hours.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Heritage Preschools is a Christian religious organization. Individuals who are hired by Heritage Preschools will be required to sign and conform to a declaration of Christian faith prior to employment with Heritage Preschools.

If hired, I understand my employment is at-will as permitted under applicable state law. I understand this means that either the company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause.

Summary/Objective

The Floater and Closer are responsible for providing support to the Lead and Assistant Teachers to ensure a safe and consistent child development environment.

Essential Functions

• Ability to maintain classroom control
• Maintain a safe and healthy classroom
• Uphold confidentiality

Daily Tasks

• Report to the front office upon arrival for daily assignment
• Provide a safe and clean environment for the students
• Actively engage in classroom activities
• Maintain classroom control
• Remove garbage
• Verify papers are sent home
• Properly complete cleaning log

Weekly Tasks

• Sanitize classroom and cots

Monthly Tasks

• Clean behind large furniture

Quarterly Tasks

• Work Parent’s Night Out (2 per year)

Abilities

• Decision Making
• Ethical Conduct
• Teamwork

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred
• Successfully pass a background check
• CPR/1st Aid certified

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This can be a full-time or part-time position, Monday through Friday and hours vary. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during business hours.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Heritage Preschools is a Christian religious organization. Individuals who are hired by Heritage Preschools will be required to sign and conform to a declaration of Christian faith prior to employment with Heritage Preschools.

If hired, I understand my employment is at-will as permitted under applicable state law. I understand this means that either the company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause.

The Company:

Heritage Preschools is a Christ-centered workplace whose employees exemplify a Christian leadership. We are known for providing excellence in care, not only physically, but spiritually and academically.

Our goal each day is to create a welcoming atmosphere that’s conducive to learning and centered on Christ.

We believe in cultivating students who are rooted and grounded in Christ, His love and His Truth so that they may continue to grow and flourish in every area of life for God’s glory.

The Position:

We are currently looking for an Administrator with a high school diploma and a history in management. To be a successful member of Heritage Preschools Administration team, you must:

• Be professional, polite, and attentive while also being accurate
• Always be prepared and responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly
• Comfortable with computers and general office tasks
• Excel in both written and verbal communication
• Possess a genuine desire to meet the needs of others
• Maintain control in a high stress environment
• The ability to be flexible with working hours
• This is a position that will involve daily travel to locations within the Birmingham area.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Heritage Preschools is a Christian religious organization. Individuals who are hired by Heritage Preschools will be required to sign and conform to a declaration of Christian faith prior to employment with Heritage Preschools.

If hired, I understand my employment is at-will as permitted under applicable state law. I understand this means that either the company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause. 

Summary/Objective

The Office Manager is responsible for organizing and coordinating office operations and procedures in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

Daily Tasks

• Greet parents and provide a warm welcome for students
• Build relationships and communicate openly with parents, students and employees
• Assist new families with check in/out procedures
• Provide administrative support to the front office
• Maintain confidentiality of student’s files
• Answer phones in a positive and professional manner
• Assists and accepts responsibility in other daily duties that might be temporary in the event other employees are not available
• Ensure the Director and Assistant Director are kept up to date with the day to day campus operations
• Facebook posts
• Contact parents when a student is sick
• Ensure proper classroom ratios are being maintained
• Ensure health reports are being completed, signed and filed correctly
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness
• Track employee tardiness and absences

Weekly Tasks

• Conduct tours
• Update and maintain student’s files
• Enter and maintain families information in Procare
• Organize new student enrollment packets
• Keep power point in lobby up to date with student birthdays, menu items, etc.
• Maintain pictures of parents, students and employees in Procare
• Place food product orders
• Activate/deactivate parents and students in Procare
• Add late payment fees in Procare
• Email statement to parents on an as requested basis
• Contact prospective parents and schedule tours

Monthly Tasks

• Maintain classroom and kitchen allergy lists
• Ability to lead and schedule the Mini Orientation
• Check office supply inventory and provide a list to the Director and Assistant Director
• Check inventory for incident and accident reports and daily log sheets
• Check cleaning supplies and provide the Director and Assistant Director with an order list
• Compile information for the campus newsletter

Quarterly Tasks

• Audit blue cards and provide parents with expiration notices when necessary
• Assist in planning field trips

Abilities

• Organized
• Professional
• Strong communication skills

Qualifications

• 1 year management experience
• Successfully pass a background check
• ServSafe and CPR certified

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday and hours vary. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during business hours. You must be willing to open or close the campus on a regular basis.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Heritage Preschools is a Christian religious organization. Individuals who are hired by Heritage Preschools will be required to sign and conform to a declaration of Christian faith prior to employment with Heritage Preschools.

If hired, I understand my employment is at-will as permitted under applicable state law. I understand this means that either the company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause. 

Summary/Objective

The Cook is responsible for guaranteeing that the students are served nutritious, good tasting and appealing meals and snacks. It’s the Cook’s responsibility to perform cooking duties and lead food preparation for students within the campus to include planning, ordering and preparing meals for students.

Essential Functions

• Prepare meals and snacks in a way that a minimum amount of nutrients are lost
• Stay within the campus budget
• Plan shopping lists
• Clean and organize the kitchen and pantry

Daily Tasks

• Prepare food items according to the campus menu
• Adjust recipes to volume of demand
• Serve breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack in a timely manner
• Sanitize the kitchen and equipment
• Leads and participates in the storage and utilization of leftover ingredients and products

Weekly Tasks

• Inspect all food delivered to the campus
• Submit food and supply list to the Assistant Director
• Maintain inventory of food and supplies

Monthly Tasks

• Meet with front office staff to see if there are any events or special occasions to prepare for (Ex: Muffins for Moms)
• Stay up to date on county health code regulations and inspection requirements
• Quarterly Tasks
• Obtain updated allergy information from parents
• Maintain certifications

Abilities

• Record Keeping
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Budget Oriented

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 1-2 years cook experience, volume meal preparation experience preferred
• Successfully pass a background check
• ServSafe certified

Physical Demands

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently stand, lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday and hours vary. Extended hours may be necessary as needed to cover staffing during business hours.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Heritage Preschools is a Christian religious organization. Individuals who are hired by Heritage Preschools will be required to sign and conform to a declaration of Christian faith prior to employment with Heritage Preschools.

If hired, I understand my employment is at-will as permitted under applicable state law. I understand this means that either the company or I may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without notice or cause.