Substitute Teacher

About the Role

Join a team that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families around the world. This position involves assisting in the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom, supporting the implementation and coordination of all related functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing educational experiences that:
  • Instill in each child a good self-image and sense of self-worth
  • Develop language arts and skills for all children
  • Include multicultural and folklore elements into the program
  • Ensure all children receive individual attention
• Be present in the classroom before children arrive each morning, unless assigned other duties by a supervisor
• Ensure safety in all areas, including:
  • Classroom
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Classroom and outdoor equipment
• Make the best use of volunteer help
• Assist with child assessments and screenings
• Support field trips and other school functions
• Assist with home-style meal service for children
• Report illnesses, accidents, or student absences of three days or more to the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist
• Attend workshops, conferences, and all in-service trainings
• Maintain mandated training hours and documentation as required
• Keep classroom and other areas clean and neat at all times
• Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with children
• Acquire and maintain up-to-date CPR and First Aid certification
• Assist with daily activities, including maintaining staff/child ratios, discipline, and safety of all children
• Identify, report, and provide supportive services in child abuse/neglect cases, notifying the appropriate manager or director
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (required)
• Two years of related experience in a preschool classroom setting (preferred)
• Ability to serve and effectively communicate with children and families with no or limited English proficiency
• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic
• Computer literacy
• Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision
• Ability to operate office machinery
• Diplomacy and tact in interactions
• Strict confidentiality regarding all student information
• Ability to report suspected child abuse/neglect to administrators and law enforcement
• Adherence to all Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures, as well as DFPS and OHS regulations and standards
• Ability to work as a team player
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of a health examination
• Confirmation of work eligibility status
• Clear driving history and criminal background check
• Physical ability to:
  • Lift up to 60 pounds
  • Stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel
  • Lift children and engage in physical activities with them