Preschool Assistant Teacher

Grace-St. Luke’s is seeking a mission appropriate educator to serve as an assistant teacher in the preschool.  A preschool assistant works closely with and supports the lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans and delivering a play based curriculum for our students. Responsibilities include ensuring the safety and well-being of children in the program, supervising and engaging with students,  creating and implementing activities, guiding and supporting children in their development of interpersonal skills, and maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.This position works closely with teachers, students, parents, and administrators in a variety of capacities. The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a relevant field, be a self-starter with the ability to successfully prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment, and have the ability to manage multiple responsibilities. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills, be approachable and genuine, possess strong ethics, a love of preschool children, and a sense of humor. Prior teaching experience is a plus, but not required.

Interested candidates should send an application, resume, and cover letter via email or mail to Cynthia Hill/Head of Preschool, Grace-St. Luke’s Episcopal School, 246 S. Belvedere Blvd., Memphis, TN 38104. Please, no phone calls.