Mariners Church is a biblically-centered, non-denominational church located in Southern California focused on inspiring people to follow Jesus and fearlessly change the world. Mariners is listed as one of the top 20 largest churches in America by Outreach Magazine. We are a community of ordinary people from all walks of life courageously trusting God to do the extraordinary. Simply put, we trust God to do what we can’t—heal, transform, renew, forgive, provide and sustain. Through the redemption story of each believer, God is glorified, lives are changed and communities are impacted in a significant way. Come and be part of a new season of growth as Mariners Church responds to God’s call in launching new congregations.

The Infant / Toddler Preschool Teacher provides a Christ-centered, biblically based environment for children birth through 24 months, where all children receive a high-quality early childhood education while learning the Good News of Jesus Christ. Under general administrative supervision, provides a caring, responsive environment in a team setting, by meeting the individual needs of each infant and family while taking the approved curriculum goals, standards, learning objectives and learning experiences that will contribute to their development. The position is a full-time job working 40 hours per week at the Irvine campus.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provides a Christ-centered, warm and accepting environment for the Infants and Toddlers of MCP
• Maintain daily records of Infant/Toddler
• Create, implement and evaluate an engaging, age-appropriate emergent curriculum for children
• Responsible for planning, organizing and carrying out a developmentally appropriate program in both the indoor and outdoor classroom setting
• Communicates effectively with parents regarding their children, the classroom, school and church events through a variety of verbal and written methods. Parent/Teacher conferences are conducted bi-annually
• Conducts ongoing assessment of children using the DRDP-15 and maintains individual portfolios for each child
• Participates in MCP staff development days and regular staff meetings. Completes 21 hours of approved Professional Development per year
• Maintain the school's professional status by displaying spiritual, positive, professional behavior, and understand and follow policies and procedures
• Participates in activities that promote community within the school and church throughout the year

• A passion for early childhood education and a heart for sharing the Good News of Jesus with young children.
• Experience working with infants and toddlers in an educational or caregiving setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with parents and families.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and a desire to continually improve teaching practices.
• Clear Live Scan and Criminal Background Check
• Minimum of 12 units of Early Childhood Education/Child Development required, with at least three units focused on Infants/Toddlers.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification
• Record of immunizations: current TB test clearance, MMR, DTaP, annual influenza
• Hours may vary as needed; center open from 7:15am-5:30pm

All Mariners Church Staff:

• Love Jesus and call themselves Christians.
• Embrace a high biblical standard of personal conduct and lifestyle.
• Agree to and adhere to the church's statement of faith and leadership commitment.

We believe the total combination of your pay, benefits, and opportunities aligned with your calling will ensure that you and your family are provided for. The following items are just a sample of the things we offer for full-time employment:

• Health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
• 403b Retirement Saving Plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid time off to serve
• Discounts at the Mariners Cafe and Bookstore
• Tuition discount for Mariners Church Preschool 
• Opportunity to attend ministry events and conferences
• Working alongside a community of supportive, like-minded believers