DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood Learning Center
Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Learning Center and Lead Teacher(s)
LOCATION: New Ulm, Minnesota
Employment Type: Non-Exempt (hourly) | 0.744 FTE – Regular Part-time (129-hours per calendar month)
Range: $15.50 – $17.00

SUMMARY

Martin Luther College (MLC) seeks a nurturing and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our Early Childhood Learning Center (ECLC) team. Ideal candidates will have experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a safe and caring environment. Assistant Teachers are an integral part of our play-based learning approach, where children are active participants in their own development, and teachers give children the support they need to become competent and confident learners.

This position is ideal for a highly active individual with a passion for early childhood education who thrives in a collaborative ministry environment. At ECLC, you’ll be part of a caring Christian community that values faith-based education and embraces the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with children from the very beginning of their educational journey.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works flexible scheduled shifts ranging from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Work with children ages 6-weeks to kindergarten daily.
  • Assist with lesson planning, classroom management/discipline, and activities.
  • Apply the lesson plans, including bible lessons, with the children.
  • Perform recordkeeping for children in the classroom.
  • Teach and interact with small group experiences.
  • Model Christian interactions with children at all times.
  • Mentor MLC Student Teachers with the Lead Teacher, providing direction and support.
  • Maintain the environment with cleanliness, and report any safety-related physical environment concerns.
  • Assist with meal preparation, distribution, feeding, and clean up.
  • Support a smooth transition from activity to nap time.
  • Reinforce the importance of naptime rest and noise levels.
  • Interact with parents, guardians, and caregivers, promoting communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

  • An active member of the WELS or church body in fellowship with the WELS.
  • A deep commitment to the mission and core values of WELS and MLC.
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Preferred:

  • A Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with Early Childhood Education.
  • Knowledge of and support for the MLC early childhood education program.
  • Three to five years of experience in a childcare or similar setting.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the High Scope philosophy and curriculum.

ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

  • Demonstrate theological depth and alignment with the WELS doctrinal teachings.
  • Strong understanding of Child Development for ages birth to kindergarten.
  • Patient, thoughtful, and caring professional with strong positive relationship-building skills.
  • Can work independently and cooperatively with Lead Teachers, Student Teachers, and others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Regularly required to sit, stand, balance, kneel, walk, bend, sway body, use knees to rock a rocking chair, get down on the floor, and get up off the floor frequently with quick physical reactions and the ability to lean over waist-high objects.
  • Frequent mobility, frequent walking, walking backwards, and standing or moving for the entire workday with moderate to heavy physical exertion.
  • May utilize child-size furniture and is required to be able to get up and down.
  • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.
  • Must be able to push a stroller carrying up to six (6) children.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS

  • This position works on-site.
  • This position is Regular Part-time Benefit Eligible. A comprehensive schedule of benefits can be found here.

ABOUT US

Martin Luther College (MLC) is the WELS College of Ministry, preparing pastors, teachers, and staff ministers to proclaim the truth of the Holy Scriptures in churches, schools, and other institutions. MLC serves about 600 on-campus students and almost 1,000 online students. Located on a beautiful wooded hill, the 100-acre campus overlooks the city of New Ulm, Minnesota. MLC offers the charm of a small town with easy access to larger cities—just 25 miles from Mankato and 90 miles from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

APPLY ONLINE

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Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

Direct all inquiries to Human Resources
507-354-8221
hr@mlc-wels.edu