Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher
GraceWay Chinese-English Christian Academy - New Brighton, MN
Part-time: M-F 8:15am-12:30pm or 2-3 mornings per week
Pay: $17 per hour
Start date: 9/8/2026
Hourly Non-Exempt
This English-speaking part-time Preschool/Kindergarten Teacher will have a variety of responsibilities such as building a cohesive nurturing and quality environment for students to learn and grow in as well as establishing a routine the class can come to know and follow each day. Our teachers are expected to build and maintain excellent relationships with parents, students, and other staff members. Offer clear and professional communication to families. Follow and collaborate on preschool curriculum, standards, and high-quality classroom instruction. There will be certain activities that happen outside of regular classroom schedules, such as conferences, family nights, mandatory professional development and other events as necessary.
Responsibilities
· Create a Christ-centered learning environment by developing and implementing age-appropriate lesson plans that incorporate biblical principles, prayers, and Christian values.
· Have the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
· Have high classroom management skills. The classroom is kept organized and clean to provide a safe and welcoming space for children.
· Have the ability to make independent decisions and respond to immediate needs of students, emergency situations, and program needs.
· Collaborate with others by working together with other teachers, staff members, administrators, and families to create a strong community of faith and learning.
· Communicate professionally and effectively in verbal and written form.
· Regularly assess children’s progress and development while communicating with parents about their child’s growth.
· Attend a monthly teacher meeting.
· Perform other duties as necessary.
Requirements
· Must be at least 18 years of age
· Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States
· Must have a personal relationship with Jesus and is ready to make a difference in the lives of preschoolers/kindergarteners at GraceWay Chinese-English Christian Academy
· Experience in early childhood or early elementary education
· Has a current Preschool CDA, Early Childhood Associates degree, or Bachelor’s degree in a child-related field
· Flexible organized and adaptable to maintain a small class roster with varied child schedules each day
· Have demonstrated passion for collaboration and improvement with the preschool team
· Subscribe to GraceWay Chinese-English Christian Academy’s Mission, Beliefs and Values Statement
Please contact Mrs Wenhong Weber at 651-373-8443 or weber.graceway.ceca@gmail.com. We would like to talk to you. GraceWay Chinese-English Christian Academy is a small Christ-centered, dual-language school serving students from Pre-K through Grade 6. We provide a Bible-rooted education that pursues academic excellence and biliteracy in English and Chinese.
To learn more about us, visit https://gracewaymn.org/