About this role
POSITION SUMMARY:
World Relief seeks a Refugee School Impact (RSI) Early Educatione-temporary to provide classroom assistance for early childhood education programs (ages 2-5). This is a Part-Time, temporary position from December 4, 2026 through February 26, 2027 (exact term subject to change depending on beginning of Parental Leave). Hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 1:30pm- 20 hours per week.
The classes focus on English basics, pre-literacy skills, and socio-emotional development, with the goal of preparing refugee children for school.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist teaching staff in leading students through centers, music, learning exercises, circle time, creative art and educational games, 4 mornings a week (Monday -Thursday)
- Setup and tear down of classroom settings daily.
- Assist in the organization of classroom space and collaborate closely with English Language Instruction department.
- Perform assessments and case notes for each child.
- Keep daily records of services offered and update files as required.
- Communicate with parents regarding classes and student progress.
- Meet regularly with RSI Supervisor and Education Programs Manager.
- Assist in all aspects of grant compliance.
- Attend Staff Meetings (both RSI, Education and All staff).
- Any additional tasks deemed necessary for program success.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
- Valid driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle and ability to pass MVR standards
- Experience in an Early Childhood education setting.
- Curriculum implementation, including executing daily lesson plans.
- Comfort in leading and guiding class for 1.5 hour timeframe, four days a week.
- Flexibility is a must.
- Detail-oriented-maintaining proper documentation of clients and services provided by RSI for reporting and auditing requirements.
- People skills- gaining clients’ trust and make them feel valued and safe.
- Relaxed and composed in chaotic environments or awkward situations.
- Able to create effective work plans for the day while remaining efficient when plans and circumstances change.
- Cross cultural experience.
- Social work background.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- College hours in Education or Early Childhood Development
- 1 year experience working an Early Childhood Classroom
- Cross-cultural Experience
Temporary Employees and Paid Interns have access to the following World Relief benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
World Relief Discounts (Immediately Eligible):
- Verizon
- Pet Insurance through Nationwide
- Home and Auto insurance through Liberty Mutual
- Working Advantage Discount Program
- Active & Fit Gym Membership
World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.