The Part-Time Preschool Teacher Aidesupports the Lead Teacher and Assistant Teacher in creating a Christ-centeredsafe and nurturing classroom environment for young children. This roleinvolves assisting with daily classroom activities supervising children duringfree play transitions and meals and providing additional hands-on support asneeded. The Teacher Aide will help maintain a clean and organized learningenvironment assist with classroom preparation and ensure childrens safety atall times. While the position is part-time the Teacher Aide plays a criticalrole in supporting the spiritual and educational development of studentsthrough a faith-based approach. This role requires effective collaboration withthe teaching staff and occasional interaction with parents and caregivers.This position reportsto the Director of The Little Bruins PreschoolEssential Functions Assist the Lead and Assistant Teachers with daily classroom activities including lesson preparation organization of materials and set-up of learning stations. Participate in classroom routines such as cleaning up after activities helping prepare for the next lesson and transitioning children between activities. Collaborate with teaching staff to ensure classroom harmony communicating any concerns about students behavior or needs to the Lead or Assistant Teacher.Provide supervision and support during student transitions recess snackmeal times and bathroom breaks ensuring student safety and wellbeing. Help maintain a clean organized and safe classroom environment including assisting with cleaning tasks organizing materials and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.Support faith-based classroom activities by reinforcing Christian teachings participating in scripture readings prayer and other activities as directed by the Lead Teacher. Encourage positive behavior and model Christian values such as kindness patience and cooperation during all student interactions. Foster a positive relationship with students creating a warm inclusive environment that reflects Christian love and care.Assist with student needs by providing individualized attention and guidance helping with basic tasks such as dressing eating and participating in group activities. Monitor and support small group activities providing additional help to students who need it while ensuring that learning remains on task.Occasionally communicate with parents during drop-off or pick-up as directed by the Lead Teacher providing brief updates on their childs day.Attend staff meetings or professional development opportunities as needed to align with classroom goals and school values.The above statements describe the jobs 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 9000 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 masters 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 worlds 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 Universitys 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 Universitys location in the heart of the Tennessees capital - and Nashvilles growing reputation as one of the nations 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.