Position title:

SouthRidge Childcare Center Teacher – Part Time

Position summary:

This individual will be responsible to support all aspects of the SouthRidge Childcare Center (SRCC), a ministry of SouthRidge, in full alignment with the mission, vision, values and policies of SouthRidge.

Position accountability:

This individual will be accountable to the Director of the SRCC.

Key position responsibilities:

1. Vision

To support the implementation of the vision of the SRCC ministry (approved by the Elders), which will contribute to the advancement and fulfillment of the SouthRidge Mission and Vision, with specific focus on championing healthier families and passionately sharing Jesus with those that don’t know Him yet

2. Operations

To ensure that the very best care and instruction is given for the children placed in their care. To ensure that all aspects of SCCC operations meet or exceed Provincial Government standards and help ensure yearly inspections are passed. Teachers will ensure that SCCC operations comply with all SouthRidge policies and reporting requirements.

3. Facilities

To support the maintenance of the SRCC facilities, which may include some clean up at the end of each day.

4. Curriculum

To work with the Director to help develop and use curriculum for SRCC, which is consistent with the SouthRidge Statement of Faith, and is vetted by the Lead Pastor before implementation.

5. Events

Teachers will work with the Director of the SRCC and with other SouthRidge staff to integrate the children and their families into other SRKids events specifically and other SouthRidge events generally.

• These events include: the Fall carnival, SRKids Christmas choirs, and Soccer Camp
5. SouthRidge Fellowship staffTeachers as part of the SouthRidge staff:
   • Will attend staff meetings 4 times per year or when required by the Director.
   • Will attend other staff functions (Christmas party, etc)
   • Will attend one professional development experience annually, to be approved by the Director.
   • Contribute to the broader fulfillment of the Mission and Vision of SouthRidge and specifically those aspects pertaining to championing healthy families and introducing people to Jesus Christ.

Qualifications expected:

This individual will:

• Have a heart for God and a heart for children.
• Have a passion to see children come to know God and grow in their relationship with Him.
• Have relevant Early Childhood Education Certification.
• Understand the developmental processes of children (physical, emotional and spiritual).
• Meet the character qualifications as outlined in the character profile.
• Have the demonstrated ability to work in a team setting.
• Be in full agreement with our SouthRidge Code of Conduct.

Terms of employment:

This is a permanent part time position which will be 20-24 hours weekly. Days of the week and total weekly hours may vary.

This individual will be remunerated according to terms defined by the Lead Pastor and mutually agreed upon by the individual and SouthRidge. 

This individual will have a criminal record check and complete a SouthRidge Child Protection Policy.  If a prior criminal record is revealed, this will result in a reconsideration of this person’s application.

This individual will agree to and sign our SouthRidge Code of Conduct policy.

This position will also be subject to a review and evaluation at the end of three (3) months, after which time this position will be reviewed annually according to the process outlined in the staff manual. 

The duties of this position, as with any position at SouthRidge Fellowship, may be changed after the yearly review by the Lead Pastor and the Elders team.

This relationship may be terminated by the individual with 30 days written notice. The elders may dismiss the individual with 30 days’ notice or compensation in lieu of notice for failing to meet the character qualifications or failing to fulfill the ministry job description.

Character Profile

1. An Exemplary Witness:
   – will enjoy vital Christian experience and live an exemplary, sanctified Christian life of faith
   – will model personal evangelism with family, friends, and neighbours
   – will be able to nurture and disciple children in their relationships with God
   – will model an active intercessory prayer life
   – will participate in church life as an eager servant
2. Ministry / Family Balance:
   – will ensure healthy family relationships through a balanced schedule and godly priorities
   – will guard spouse (and kids) from inappropriate stress of ministry pressure (if applicable)
3. Superior Relational Abilities:
   – will demonstrate communication skills in order to be a catalyst in making groups of strangers comfortable with each other
   – will demonstrate spiritual and emotional maturity in words, actions and relationships
   – will be able to communicate to and relate well with children
   – will facilitate conflict resolution and the healing of relationships in the church
   – will participate in a team relationship with the SouthRidge staff members
4. Biblical Teaching:
   – will be able to derive clear application for living for children from biblical texts
   – will possess biblical knowledge commensurate with teaching responsibilities.
5. Strength of Character:
   – will be known for friendliness, discretion, trustworthiness, stability, compassion, and integrity,
   – will be motivated, self-starting, inspirational, and enthusiastic