Description
The Lower School REACH teacher partners with Kindergarten-5th grade classroom teachers, the Lower School Principal, and the Reach Director to ensure that students with diverse learning needs are known, supported, and equipped to thrive academically and spiritually. This role administers and modifies assessments in small-group settings, builds trusted relationships with students, contributes to individual student support plans, and provides in-classroom support as needed. The ideal candidate views this work as a ministry of encouragement, helping every student experience both academic growth and the love of Christ.

Responsibilities
The Lower School REACH teacher partners with classroom teachers, the Lower School Principal, and the Reach Director to ensure that students with diverse learning needs are known, supported, and equipped to thrive academically and spiritually. This role administers and modifies assessments in small-group settings, builds trusted relationships with students, contributes to individual student support plans, and provides in-classroom support as needed. The ideal candidate views this work as a ministry of encouragement, helping every student experience both academic growth and the love of Christ.

Qualifications

• Personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and agreement with the school’s Statement of Faith and educational philosophy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education preferred.
• Experience working with elementary-age students in an educational, testing, or support-services capacity preferred.
• Working knowledge of learning differences, testing accommodations, and individualized support planning.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage confidential records and multiple student plans simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students, parents, teachers, and administration.
• Patient, encouraging, and relational disposition, with a heart for students who learn differently.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and family information.

Position Summary

Athens Christian School is seeking a dependable and service-minded Food Service Worker to help prepare and serve meals in a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment. This position assists with food preparation, serving, cleaning, and maintaining a sanitary kitchen while supporting the daily operation of the school cafeteria.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food according to approved recipes and food safety standards.
• Follow daily production schedules and prepare recipes as directed.
• Assist with meal service and maintain accurate meal accountability procedures, including cashier responsibilities when needed.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, workstations, and assigned areas.
• Properly store food and utilize leftovers according to established procedures.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Follow approved procedures for the safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, and school food safety policies and regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and take pride in serving students, faculty, and staff.
• Complete required training and professional development as assigned.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, parents, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and fellow team members while fostering a Christ-centered work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Director or school administration.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Experience

• Previous food service or cafeteria experience is preferred but not required.
• On-the-job training will be provided.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and follow recipes and written instructions.
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and food safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• A heart for serving children and supporting the mission of Athens Christian School.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Frequent exposure to hot surfaces, steam, refrigeration, and cleaning chemicals.
• May involve exposure to varying temperatures, including hot kitchens and walk-in coolers or freezers.
• Must follow all Athens Christian School food service policies, safety procedures, and dress standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and lift.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely retrieve and store items on shelving using a step ladder when necessary.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks associated with food preparation, serving, and cleaning.