Part Time Substitute Teacher

About the Role

Serves as a part-time team member in an assigned staff group, acting as a substitute in the Teacher role for the center assigned. Works under general supervision with some demand for independent judgment and action.

Why Work for ChildCareGroup

Founded in 1901, ChildCareGroup’s (CCG) mission is to drive generational change by advancing early learning, family stability, and workforce opportunity. You are a great fit for the role if you identify with the CCG SPIRIT, our core values:

• SERVICE – Lead with a servant’s heart
• PROFESSIONALISM – Perform our best every day
• INTEGRITY – Do what is right
• RESPECT – Treat each other the way we wish to be treated
• INCLUSION – Value individual differences
• TEAMWORK – Communicate and collaborate to achieve our goals

Responsibilities

• Planning: Assists in planning, preparation, and implementation of developmentally appropriate programs for children based on RC3; includes developing curriculum, completing child assessments, and maintaining records.
• Time Management: Becomes familiar with the routine of each classroom in which he/she may work.
• Classroom Management: Assumes responsibility for the daily classroom program in the Teacher’s absence. Shares responsibility for setting up the room for daily activities and providing attractive, functional learning centers.
• Relationship Building: Develops positive relations with children and their families. Serves as a team member in the assigned classroom.
• Database Maintenance: Acquires knowledge and proficiency in the Head Start Electronic Information System, ChildPlus, and/or Redelearner Database within the introductory period of employment. Training will be provided.
• Participates in parent meetings and parent conferences.
• Assists in the inventory of and request for equipment and supplies.
• Participates in the entry process of a child into the care-giving group.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of experience working with young children; one year preferred.
• Demonstrated desire to work with young children and general knowledge of “normal” growth and development.
• Ability to work as a team member with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, parents, and center volunteers.
• Regular and prompt attendance required.
• Unquestioned integrity and commitment to uphold ChildCareGroup’s mission, vision, and core values.

Travel and Compliance

• Must have a valid driver's license if applicable.
• Driving record must comply with CCG's automobile insurance carrier requirements.
• Must have liability insurance coverage and reliable personal transportation.
• Ability to travel locally or out of town as required; mileage reimbursement is offered when applicable.
• Must submit to and successfully pass all required CCG and Partner Program background checks throughout employment, including FBI, fingerprinting, neglect and abuse, federal, state, local, and sex offender checks. Background check requirements may be expanded at the discretion of CCG and Partner Programs.

Physical Demands

Work requires normal physical effort with minimal lifting requirements of items weighing less than 50 pounds. Visual attention and manual dexterity/coordination are necessary.