The Assistant Preschool Teacher works alongside the Lead Teacher to provide a nurturing, safe, and Christ-centered learning environment for young children. This role supports the implementation of a developmentally appropriate, standards and faith-based curriculum that fosters the spiritual, academic, social, and emotional development of preschool students. The Assistant Teacher plays an active role in classroom management, helping to prepare materials, facilitate activities, and provide individualized support to students. The Assistant Teacher will also engage in faith-based activities, modeling Christian values and supporting the spiritual and academic growth of each child. This role requires effective communication with the Lead Teacher, other staff members, and parents to ensure a cohesive learning experience.

This position reports to the Director of The Little Bruins Preschool.

Essential Functions:

Support the Lead Teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate, standards based and faith-centered curriculum, helping to prepare materials and set up the classroom for daily activities.Assist in integrating scripture, prayer, and Christian teachings into daily routines. Provide emotional and social support to students, helping them develop Christ-like qualities such as kindness, empathy, and cooperation. Act as a positive Christian role model for children, demonstrating love, patience, and compassion in all interactions.Provide individualized attention to students, helping with activities, answering questions, and guiding children in their academic and spiritual development.Assist with classroom management by monitoring student behavior, encouraging positive interactions, and helping maintain a structured, yet nurturing environment. Communicate effectively with the Lead Teacher and support classroom instruction by following lesson plans and offering input on student needs. Help assess student progress through observation, documentation, and communication with the Lead Teacher regarding milestones.Build positive relationships with parents and caregivers, communicating daily updates as directed by the Lead Teacher and contributing to parent-teacher conferences or other discussions.Ensure the classroom complies with safety and health regulations, including maintaining a clean and organized learning space.Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and faith-based training sessions as needed.The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements.  They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Located two miles from thriving downtown Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont University consists of more than 9,000 students from every state and 33 countries. Nationally ranked and consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report for innovation in higher education, the University offers more than 115 areas of undergraduate study, 41 master’s programs and five doctoral degrees. With a focus on whole person formation and data-informed social innovation, Belmont is committed to forming diverse leaders of character equipped to solve the world’s complex problems.

Nationally recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to undergraduate teaching, Belmont is a Christ-centered, student-focused community intent on developing diverse leaders of purpose, character, wisdom, and a transformational mindset who are eager and equipped to make the world a better place. In the classroom and beyond, the University aims to empower students, faculty, and staff to become radical champions for helping people and communities to flourish. Five key themes undergird the University’s vision and help differentiate a Belmont education: the pursuit of 1) whole person formation, 2) data-informed social innovation, 3) an integrative approach to health and wellness, 4) hope and inclusive excellence to help reweave the social fabric and 5) storytelling that inspires the world with messages of truth, beauty, and goodness.

While committed to being global citizens, Belmont also seeks to be a great neighbor, engaging with and serving Nashville and the broader Middle Tennessee region as a trusted community partner. The University’s location in the heart of the Tennessee’s capital – and Nashville’s growing reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic, creative, and inviting cities – provides the perfect backdrop for an amazing higher education experience in a community known as “the Athens of the South.” Belmont University provides an unparalleled environment for students to become all they were created to be.

Benefits:
Belmont University wants to ensure your needs are met. As a Belmont employee you’ll be offered a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSAs, paid parental leave, generous time off, retirement plans with matching funds, tuition reduction for employees and dependents, and much more.