Preschool Substitute Teacher
The Preschool Substitute Teacher assists the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing learning experiences for children (normally up to 5 years of age) in activities designed to promote social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth in a safe and healthy learning environment.
ABOUT RCS:
Resurrection Christian School is a private, non-denominational Christian college-preparatory school located in Loveland, Colorado. Founded in 1998 by Rez.Church, Resurrection Christian School serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade. RCS is the largest Christian school in Northern Colorado, serving nearly 900 families from 19 communities over a 25-mile radius. School enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is approximately 1,350 students. RCS is fully accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI); AdvancED.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist the lead teacher in teaching children basic facts such as colors, letters, numbers and shapes.
• Assist the lead teacher in arranging different centers and groups for children to rotate through during the day.
• Enforce excellent classroom management so that students stay on-task and focused during the day.
• Conduct story time and circle time for students.
• Work with lead teacher to help students who need extra levels of support and focus on their inclusion in the classroom.
• Enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order.
• Supervise the behavior and well-being of students.
• Observe and evaluate children’s performance, behavior, social and emotional development, and physical health in order to provide assistance to the lead teacher.
• Conduct activities of games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling and assist with field trips.
• Maintain an excellent working knowledge of all policies, procedures and handbooks of RCS.
• Maintain professional and effective relationships with all RCS staff, board members, and families.
• Effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff.
SKILLS:
• Skilled at oral and written communication.
• Skilled at basic math.
• Skilled at personal computer and keyboarding.
• Skilled at customer service including attentive and active listening with all staff, students, parent/guardians and community members.
• Skilled at critical thinking and problem solving.
KNOWLEDGE:
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations set forth by the Colorado Board of Education and ACSI Practices in Christian Schools.
• Knowledge of mandated reporting of child abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and other department related software packages.
ABILITIES:
• Able to recognize child abuse and child neglect signs and symptoms.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and multi-task with frequent interruptions.
• Able to diffuse and manage stressful situations.
• Able to work in a team environment and works effectively with other departments to accomplish goals.
• Able to work independently with little or no supervision.
RCS Statement of Faith - please read prior to completing the application.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
$125/day
DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted through 10/28/26
Benefit Eligibility:
Not Benefit Eligible