EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.Proverbs 22:6

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The Met Christian Academy is a place where you can live out your calling alongside a team of dedicated, spiritually mature faculty and staff who are committed to making an eternal investment in lives of young learners. Our culture is all about disciples making disciples and inviting students, families and staff into meaningful relationships with God and each other. In our community you will use your gifts to disciple and equip the next generation as we provide a foundation of faith and learning.

Open positions will be posted here as they become available. Prayerfully consider joining our dynamic team of educators!

Threes Assistant Teacher

for the 2024-2025 school year

Who We Are

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

The Met Christian Academy offers classes for ages 6 months – 2nd grade currently including extended care offerings. We incorporate enrichment classes into our weekly schedules such as Music & Movement, Spanish and our Discovery Lab. Chapel is a highlight of our week as a school family.

Who You Are
  • You exemplify Jesus in character, attitude, speech, and action and serve as a positive 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 display humility, relational intelligence, and a desire to influence for the good.
  • You demonstrate intentionality and have a heart for inviting others into meaningful relationships with God and each other.
Essential Duties

The Lamb School Assistant Teacher 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 teacher.

The Lamb School Teacher Assistant duties include:

  • Support a daily schedule of activities utilizing the Activity Plan developed by the Lead Teacher
  • Assist with classroom record-keeping, to include daily sign in/out and monthly attendance records as required by state licensing.
  • 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.
  • Prep materials for classroom teacher.
  • Substitute teach when Lead Teacher is out.
  • 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 and serve at Open Houses, Preview events and school programs per the school calendar.
  • 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 and Requirements

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.

Apply

Thank you for your interest in The Met Christian Academy. You may start the application process for this position BELOW.

The Pay range for this position is $13-$15 per hour.

Once your application is received, a round of interviews will be scheduled with a teaching team and school administration.

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The Met Christian Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective team members based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of this academy to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on any status protected under federal, state, or local laws which are applicable to the organization. As a religious organization, The Met Christian Academy may insist that our employees follow our faith-based beliefs and principles, including those stated in our Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, and disciplinary action. Support and belief in this principle is a basic responsibility of all The Met Christian Academy team members.

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