Position Available
Lamb School: Young Preschool Teacher

Download the application and submit in-person to Lamb School, located at 13000 Jones Rd.

WHO WE ARE

Lamb School is an early childhood Christian education center located in Northwest Houston at The MET Church.  At the Lamb School, we want to joyfully partner with families to instill a love for God’s word and an eagerness to learn in the hearts of their children. We want to help young children grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually.   

Lamb School offers classes for ages 6 months – 1st grade, including extended care offerings.  We incorporate enrichment classes into our weekly schedules such as Music & Movement, Spanish and our Discovery lab.  

The Young Preschool Teacher (for infants up to 2 years of age) should be cheerful, enthusiastic, and outgoing with a desire to serve and disciple the body of Christ by caring for those with whom they encounter daily. This person co-teaches in the classroom alongside another Young Preschool Teacher.

WHO YOU ARE
  • Christian role model to others.
  • You are dedicated to providing education to children with a devotion to Christian discipleship.
  • You exhibit a learning posture fueled by curiosity and a passion for growth.
  • You are solution-oriented thinker with a can-do positive attitude, strong follow-up and a servant’s heart.
  • You display humility, relational intelligence, and a desire to influence for good.
  • You handle personal and confidential information with integrity and respect.
  • You demonstrate intentionality and have a heart for inviting others into meaningful relationships with God and each other.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
  • Plan a daily schedule of activities utilizing the following curriculum guides: Little Lambs Curriculum by Faith Alive Christian Resources and Frog Street Press Colors and Shape Curriculum.
  • Lesson Plans should reflect a special focus on spiritual development.
  • Lesson Plans developed with co-teacher and submitted to Program Assistant on designated date each month.
  • Monitor classroom record-keeping, to include daily sign in/out and monthly attendance records as required by state licensing.
  • Communicate to parents by utilizing Daily Reports on each child to reflect eating habits, potty habits and changing of diapers.
  • Supervise assigned students daily to ensure development and safety.
  • Ensure cleanliness and safety of the classroom and playground.
  • Inventory classroom equipment, replenish supplies, and return all unused supplies to the resource room.
  • Communicate necessary classroom information to parents and supervisory staff and maintain professional conduct.
  • Model positive guidance techniques and is able to explain the program’s mission and vision to parents and prospective families.
  • Attend scheduled staff meetings.
  • Maintain discipline and control in classroom while providing a Christian atmosphere.
  • Keep current knowledge of and comply with criteria as outlined by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Minimum Standards for Child Care facilities.
  • Must acquire 24 hours of training per year as defined by The Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Licensing.
  • Exude Christ-like behavior by supporting and serving (supervisors, fellow staff, parents, and students).
QUALIFICATIONS
  • You are a fully committed follower of Jesus Christ. 
  • You faithfully attend a local church whose fundamental beliefs are in agreement with The MET Church and the Statement of Faith of this school.
  • You must be 19 years of age and have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • You have 6 months of related experience in a licensed childcare facility and or/church ministry environments.
  • You must comply with criteria defined in 746.1107 of the Texas Minimus Standards for Child Care Licensing.
  • You will accept, abide and support the policies of Lamb School, its educational philosophy, and objectives.
  • You demonstrate a collaborative approach with administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents.
  • You communicate, both verbally and written, with integrity, excellence, and effectiveness.
SCHEDULE

This is a part-time, hourly position not to exceed 29 hours/week.  Lamb School holds classes September through May.  Teachers must be available in August for Lamb School training and preparation for the upcoming school year. Teacher contracts are evaluated following each completed school year and are not a guarantee of renewal and ongoing employment.  The schedule varies depending on the number of days and hours contracted.

 

Join Our Family

Thank you for your interest in serving at The MET! Our staff family enjoys a healthy work environment where we do ministry and life together. We are a cohesive team willing to take risks and work hard while embracing spiritual health and work/life balance.

Our staff culture is “high invitation, high challenge” where leaders own their mistakes and give feedback with candor and love, resulting in a staff-driven by trust and accountability.