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Children's enrichment center is hiring teachers
As part of the First United Methodist Church's larger ministry to children and families, the Children's Enrichment Center (CEC) provides children ages two months through 11 years a safe, nurturing, and educational Christian environment in which to grow and thrive. We believe that one of the best ways to support the children and families we serve, is to also support our staff’s social, emotional and physical wellness. CEC staff will have the opportunity to enjoy an on-site relaxation area, free exercise classes through the church, staff social events, social-emotional training, ongoing professional development, and more! We can’t wait to have you join our team!
We’re Hiring! Assistant Director – Children’s Enrichment Center
Location: North Little Rock, AR
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Tuesdays off!)
Pay: From $19.23/hour
Job Type: Full-time, Year-round
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead with heart and purpose? Do you love mentoring teachers, building strong relationships with families, and creating joyful spaces for children to grow and thrive? If so, we want you on our team!
At the Children’s Enrichment Center (CEC), we’re looking for an energetic and experienced Assistant Director to help us nurture, guide, and inspire our incredible staff and students every day.
What You’ll Do:
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.42 - $23.39 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
The CEC is looking for exceptional teachers to add to our staff
CEC offers a warm, interesting learning environment which allows children the freedom to choose and time to discover their place in the world, where they can feel at home.
Full time/Part time positions available: $15-$16/ hour
Number of openings for this position
Previous experience in a childcare setting, degree or CDA preferred.
Good communication skills with staff, children and parents.
Have a passion for supporting children in their early years, to help support their development according to best practice.
Energy to get through the day! You will be on your feet and engaged in play for most of the day. You will be expected to be on the floor with the children helping them navigate their world. Lifting up to 50 pounds, squatting, walking, getting wet and messy, pushing a 6 seat wagon, and keeping your classroom tidy.
Be aware that we spend time outside everyday in all kinds of weather.
Essential Criteria:
Pass a FBI background check.
Extensive Knowledge of Better Beginnings, Conscious Discipline, ELS, Iters, Ecers, NAEYC.
Supportive and respectful nature.
Enjoys working collaboratively within a leadership team.
Duties:
● Greet each child warmly as they arrive
● Organize activities that allow children to learn about the world around them & explore their interests
● Develop schedules & routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest & playtime
● Supervise & enthusiastically participate in play time activities with children
● Schedule outside time for toddlers & babies as weather permits
● Encourage children to help organize the room at the end of the day.
Follow licensing & school procedures to safeguard the health & safety of the children in our center, including, but not limited to, the following:
● Adhere to all state, licensing & CEC, and DHS policies and safety procedures
● Supervise & monitor the safety of children by remaining with them at all times
● Use CEC procedures to calmly intervene should a child be likely to injure themselves or another
● Check & change diapers often
● Use plastic gloves when dispensing any food, administering first aid, or changing a diaper
● Wash & sterilize all toys, interactive areas, high chairs, playpens, swings, crib sheets, etc. after each use
● Complete behavior, incident & accident reports promptly (when needed)
● Learn CEC tornado & fire procedures - assist during required drills
● Assist the CEC’s administrators when needed Build effective & positive relationship with parents & families
● Provide a warm, friendly welcome to all parents & guest
● Keep a record of & share each child’s progress & interests with parents on a daily basis
● Communicate regularly & positively with parents both orally & written
● Cooperate with families on collaborative efforts such as: beginning potty-training, ensuring the child's name is printed on all personal items, behavior issues, signing their child in/out, etc.
Skills & Experience
● Caring & compassionate attitude when interacting with children, coworkers & families.
● Excellent verbal & oral communication skills.
● Team player who develops good relationships with parents, children & fellow professional caregivers.
● Advanced multitasking & organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time.
● Responds calmly & patiently to overwhelming or difficult situations.
● Sufficient stamina to keep up with the physicality of children.
● Ability to pass a background check.
● High school diploma or equivalent.
email Melissa Baddar at [email protected]
NLRFUMC Nursery Workers
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our youngest members and their families. If you are looking for part time work and to be a part of something special, then apply to be a Church Nursery Worker at First United Methodist Church North Little Rock.
Here is what we are looking for:
-Compassionate & dedicated individuals that have a love for children.
-Creativity, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
-Strong interpersonal skills.
-Basic knowledge of child development and safety guidelines.
-A commitment to upholding the values and mission of our church.
Job Responsibilities:
-Hours are Sunday Mornings (8:30 a.m. - 12: 30 p.m.), Wednesday Evenings (5:30 -7:30 p.m.), and occasional special events and services.
-This position will range between 5-10 hours a week.
-This position offers wages beginning at $12.00 per hour.
-Maintain a safe and clean environment, ensuring the well-being of all children in your care.
-Collaborate and work well with other nursery workers and church leadership to create an inclusive and enriching experience for young children (infant-5 years old)
Address: 6701 JFK BLVD., North Little Rock, AR 72116
Phone number: (501) 835-2201
Contact David Martin: [email protected]
Website: www.nlrfumc.org
We’re Hiring! Assistant Director – Children’s Enrichment Center
Location: North Little Rock, AR
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Tuesdays off!)
Pay: From $19.23/hour
Job Type: Full-time, Year-round
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead with heart and purpose? Do you love mentoring teachers, building strong relationships with families, and creating joyful spaces for children to grow and thrive? If so, we want you on our team!
At the Children’s Enrichment Center (CEC), we’re looking for an energetic and experienced Assistant Director to help us nurture, guide, and inspire our incredible staff and students every day.
What You’ll Do:
- Support curriculum planning and implementation for children birth to preschool
- Create and maintain a safe, clean, and fun learning environment
- Mentor staff, model best practices, and support professional development
- Assist in daily operations, licensing compliance, and accreditation standards
- Build strong relationships with families and share child development insights
- Work closely with the Director to enhance program quality and staff supervision
- Education:
- Associate degree in Education (required)
- Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred
- CDA also accepted
- Certifications:
- CPR & First Aid (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Experience:
- 3+ years in early childhood classrooms (required)
- Supervisory experience (required)
- Experience with at-risk populations and diverse communities (preferred)
- Skills:
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Knowledge of child development and early learning best practices
- Ability to guide and coach other adults
- Comfort working with infants and young children, including lifting and active play
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Full-time
- Four-day work week
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday — 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Tuesdays off
- Year-round (no summers off, more playtime with the kids!)
- Ability to reliably commute to or relocate near North Little Rock, AR 72116
- Associate degree or higher in education
- Day shift availability required
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.42 - $23.39 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
The CEC is looking for exceptional teachers to add to our staff
CEC offers a warm, interesting learning environment which allows children the freedom to choose and time to discover their place in the world, where they can feel at home.
Full time/Part time positions available: $15-$16/ hour
Number of openings for this position
- 3
- 8 hour shift
- 10-6pm
- Monday - Friday
- Day shift
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
- Teacher Scholarship
- Paid Sick time
Previous experience in a childcare setting, degree or CDA preferred.
Good communication skills with staff, children and parents.
Have a passion for supporting children in their early years, to help support their development according to best practice.
Energy to get through the day! You will be on your feet and engaged in play for most of the day. You will be expected to be on the floor with the children helping them navigate their world. Lifting up to 50 pounds, squatting, walking, getting wet and messy, pushing a 6 seat wagon, and keeping your classroom tidy.
Be aware that we spend time outside everyday in all kinds of weather.
Essential Criteria:
Pass a FBI background check.
Extensive Knowledge of Better Beginnings, Conscious Discipline, ELS, Iters, Ecers, NAEYC.
Supportive and respectful nature.
Enjoys working collaboratively within a leadership team.
Duties:
● Greet each child warmly as they arrive
● Organize activities that allow children to learn about the world around them & explore their interests
● Develop schedules & routines to ensure that children have enough physical activity, rest & playtime
● Supervise & enthusiastically participate in play time activities with children
● Schedule outside time for toddlers & babies as weather permits
● Encourage children to help organize the room at the end of the day.
Follow licensing & school procedures to safeguard the health & safety of the children in our center, including, but not limited to, the following:
● Adhere to all state, licensing & CEC, and DHS policies and safety procedures
● Supervise & monitor the safety of children by remaining with them at all times
● Use CEC procedures to calmly intervene should a child be likely to injure themselves or another
● Check & change diapers often
● Use plastic gloves when dispensing any food, administering first aid, or changing a diaper
● Wash & sterilize all toys, interactive areas, high chairs, playpens, swings, crib sheets, etc. after each use
● Complete behavior, incident & accident reports promptly (when needed)
● Learn CEC tornado & fire procedures - assist during required drills
● Assist the CEC’s administrators when needed Build effective & positive relationship with parents & families
● Provide a warm, friendly welcome to all parents & guest
● Keep a record of & share each child’s progress & interests with parents on a daily basis
● Communicate regularly & positively with parents both orally & written
● Cooperate with families on collaborative efforts such as: beginning potty-training, ensuring the child's name is printed on all personal items, behavior issues, signing their child in/out, etc.
Skills & Experience
● Caring & compassionate attitude when interacting with children, coworkers & families.
● Excellent verbal & oral communication skills.
● Team player who develops good relationships with parents, children & fellow professional caregivers.
● Advanced multitasking & organizational skills to handle multiple children at a time.
● Responds calmly & patiently to overwhelming or difficult situations.
● Sufficient stamina to keep up with the physicality of children.
● Ability to pass a background check.
● High school diploma or equivalent.
email Melissa Baddar at [email protected]
NLRFUMC Nursery Workers
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our youngest members and their families. If you are looking for part time work and to be a part of something special, then apply to be a Church Nursery Worker at First United Methodist Church North Little Rock.
Here is what we are looking for:
-Compassionate & dedicated individuals that have a love for children.
-Creativity, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
-Strong interpersonal skills.
-Basic knowledge of child development and safety guidelines.
-A commitment to upholding the values and mission of our church.
Job Responsibilities:
-Hours are Sunday Mornings (8:30 a.m. - 12: 30 p.m.), Wednesday Evenings (5:30 -7:30 p.m.), and occasional special events and services.
-This position will range between 5-10 hours a week.
-This position offers wages beginning at $12.00 per hour.
-Maintain a safe and clean environment, ensuring the well-being of all children in your care.
-Collaborate and work well with other nursery workers and church leadership to create an inclusive and enriching experience for young children (infant-5 years old)
Address: 6701 JFK BLVD., North Little Rock, AR 72116
Phone number: (501) 835-2201
Contact David Martin: [email protected]
Website: www.nlrfumc.org