ALCS Youth Apprentice-Education (26-27)

ALCS Youth Apprentice (YA)-Education 

Currently enrolled as a student at ALCS 

Reports directly to designated mentor and serves in assigned classrooms 

Enrolled in a related course work and maintains good standing

Part-time; must be able to complete 450 hours between August 1, 2026 -June 30, 2027

Preference given to prior experience (volunteer or employment)

Summary of Position

Abundant Life Christian School is seeking a caring and active ALCS student to work as part of our team of classroom teachers and teaching aides in a service-oriented position, providing support to both teachers and students. 

Please review our Statement of Faith (click to review prior to completing application) 

Spiritual Expectations

ALCS YA shall be mature, sincere Christ-followers.  We seek confirmation that s/he:

Has received Jesus Christ as her/his personal Savior

Believes that the Bible is God's Holy Word and the standard for faith and daily living

Agrees with the school's Statement of Faith

Serve as a Godly role-model for other students in attitude, speech, and actions toward others

Attend as a member in good standing at a local church

Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership and integrity to lead a child in the way he should go in partnerhsip with their parents (Proverbs 22:6)

Required Qualifications

ALCS YA shall meet the minimum qualifications for the job:

Have a love of children and heart to serve others

Demonstrates the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and timeliness

Meet everyday stress with prayerful consideration, emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism

Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance

Respectfully submit and be loyal to authority

Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately; avoid gossip and practice Biblical conflict resolution (Matthew 18)

Primary Responsibilities

ALCS YA shall assist our school by providing support to teachers and students in the classroom and on the playground as needed.  Responsibilities include:

Reflect the purpose of the school which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity

Help teachers with lesson preparation, including collecting materials and setting up equipment

Supervise students as designated by their mentor

Support teachers by partnering in classroom management

Give extra help to students who need special accommodations or are struggling with a concept

Collaborate with the teacher to identify students’ issues or needs and recommend solutions

Lead and support student free time on the playground

Enforce playground rules and maintain safety of students on playground; provide discipline in accord with school policy

Supervise and assist students with lunch, as needed or assigned

Maintain professional attitude while interacting with students, faculty, staff and parents

Treat all children with dignity and respect

Participate in professional development, designated meetings, and other opportunities to grow spiritually, enrich/enhance knowledge of childhood education

Recognize the need for good public relations; represent the school in a favorable and professional manner to the school's constituency and general public

Know the procedures in an emergency

Other duties as assigned

Position Start:  August 1, 2026