Department: Early Childhood Learning Center
Reports to: Director of ECLC and Lead Teacher(s)
Location: New Ulm, Minnesota
Employment Type: Non-Exempt (hourly) | 0.00 – 0.49 FTE  – Part-time (weekly hours vary)
Range: $15.50 – $17.00

SUMMARY

Martin Luther College (MLC) seeks nurturing and enthusiastic Substitute Teachers to join our Early Childhood Learning Center team. Ideal candidates will have experience working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers in a safe and caring environment, with the flexibility to step in on short notice. Substitute Teachers play a vital role in maintaining continuity of care and supporting the mission of our Center.

This position is perfect for individuals who have a passion for early childhood education, enjoy working in a collaborative ministerial setting, and are looking for a flexible, part-time position where they can share the love of Jesus with children.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Works zero (0) to forty (40) hours per week with flexible shifts between 7:00 a.m. and 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.
  • Act as a mentor to 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 the Lead Teacher with meal preparation, distribution, feeding, and clean up.
  • Support the Lead Teacher in a smooth transition from activity to nap time.
  • Reinforces 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

  • Strong understanding of Child Development for ages birth to kindergarten.
  • Patient, thoughtful, and caring professional with strong positive relationship-building skills.
  • 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 is part-time, working on-site.
  • Weekly hours may vary from zero (0) hours per week, up to an average of 19 hours per week. On occasion, may have forty (40) hours per week.
  • This position is Non-Benefit Eligible. A comprehensive schedule of campus 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

Click this link to apply online

Applications are accepted until the position is filled.

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