Young Learners |Substitute Teacher

Company: Greater Atlanta Christian Schools
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GACS) is a leading independent school in northeast Georgia in Norcross. We are a faith-infused, academically rich community, ranked at the top of the state for teaching quality, arts, and athletics. We are Christians, change-makers, dreamers, aspirers, and hard workers. Together, we are raising a generation of bright, inspired, generous leaders. We share in a community where high academic rigor is matched by active faith and a deep commitment to care for one another in a collegiate-style campus. We live out our passions, our curiosity, our faith, and our pursuit to Be Greater. We are seeking a caring, compassionate individual who has experience caring for children ages six weeks to two years. We are committed to providing top-quality care and education for children who are enrolled in our program. Our goal is to enhance the lives of every child that attends our facility. If you are a patient, caring individual with child care experience, we hope you will get in touch about this position. We have multiple openings. The position will typically assist with the following: RESPONSIBILITIES Physical care of infant/toddler (including diapering, feeding, and cleanliness); Following an age-appropriate curriculum, and developing relationships with the director, co-workers, parents, and students; Ensure the safety of the children, and cleanliness of the classroom, and treat each child with dignity and respect for his/her cultural background; Interact with each child on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.; Maintain accurate attendance; Order supplies and materials; Utilize effective classroom management; Maintain quality results by following and enforcing standards; Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High school degree or GED. Must be at least years old Relevant previous daycare experience working with children in a licensed or accredited daycare, child care center, or preschool; Caring and compassionate attitude a must; Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making, and organizational skills; Must have critical thinking, monitoring, negotiating, and learning skills; Ability to convey a dynamic, energetic, and fun-loving spirit; Must have problem-solving and creativity skills; Ability to maintain confidentiality. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Lift and carry children (up to 50 lbs.), including kneeling, bending, stooping, stretching, or squatting to interact with children; Using fingers and hands to manipulate small objects; Running short distances, sitting on the floor; bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching out Moving arms and legs quickly and coordinating movement of several parts of the body such as arms and legs, while the body is moving. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Successful background check, reference checking, and drug/alcohol screening clearance. Acknowledgment of agreement with GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant. Statement of Faith and Community Covenant PERKS AND BENEFITS GAC offers competitive salary and benefits including: All-inclusive dining program, onsite fitness center, professional development, healthcare benefits, student loan debt repayment assistance, retirement plan, and a Christian community of innovative, engaged individuals. QUALIFICATIONS GAC strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job that is engaged and passionate about promoting our faith-based mission for our students, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the qualifications listed. Feel free to contact us with any questions about your application. Greater Atlanta Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. As allowed by federal law, Greater Atlanta Christian School seeks applicants who are in concert with and will support its mission.

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