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Provide a quality Christian education in a safe and nurturing environment. Teach children basic skills such as identifying colors, shapes, numbers, and letters. Work with children in groups or one on one, depending on the needs of children and the subject matter. Plan and carry out a curriculum that focuses on different areas of child development and that encompasses our Catholic faith. Our mission is to provide a nurturing, child-initiated play-based environment that fosters self-confidence, trust, creativity, and a quality Catholic and academic education. The staff establishes positive personal interaction, nurturing each child's growth and education to prepare them to succeed in our diverse and changing world. Main Duties * Establish and enforce rules of behavior for children in their classrooms * Incorporate the sanctity of faith, family and community * Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities * Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children, helping them reach developmental milestones * Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents * Manage classroom activities including lessons, play, breaks, and meals * Track children&#8217;s progress and report to parents * Maintain a clean and tidy classroom * Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times * Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills * Administer basic first aid when necessary and adhere to health/safety and sanitation procedures * Prepare and serve meals and snacks to the children Qualifications * A background check and Safe Environment Certification are prerequisites for employment * A Christian commitment to help each child grow spiritually. * One of, or a combination of, the following: * Minimum of one year as a licensed family child care provider * Coursework in Early Childhood, Kindergarten, or K-6th grade teaching curriculum * Preference will be given for a Degree in Education and for a Teaching License * Strong written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills * Patience, adaptability and a positive attitude * Able to work with children of various ages Wage and Benefits * Full-time, Non-Exempt, 40 hours per week * Health, Dental, LTD, Life * Pension, 403(b) * Personal time off and Sick time off * Starting hourly rate: $16.50 - $20.00, dependent on education and experience To apply, please send a resume and a letter of intent to David Brooks, Parish Administrator. St. Philip&#8217;s Catholic Church David Brooks 702 Beltrami Ave NW Bemidji MN 56601 Or dbrooks1@stphilipsbemidji.org<mailto:dbrooks1@stphilipsbemidji.org>