Substitute Teacher

About the role

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

Responsibilities

• Assist in the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom.
• Auxiliary in the implementation and coordination of all Head Start or Early Head Start functions.
• Identify, report, and provide supportive services in child abuse/neglect cases, notifying the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director.
• Provide educational experiences that instill a good self-image and sense of self-worth in each child.
• Incorporate multi-cultural, folklore, etc. into the program.
• Ensure all children receive individual attention.
• Be in the classroom before children arrive each morning, unless designated by supervisor to another duty.
• Maintain classroom and other areas safe, including the classroom, playground, restrooms, and equipment.
• Make the best use of volunteer help.
• Assist with child assessments and screenings.
• Assist on field trips and other school functions.
• Assist with home-style meal service for the children.
• Report illness or accidents to the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.
• Report student absences of three days or more to Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and all in-service trainings.
• Maintain mandated training hours and documentation as required.
• Absorb and maintain up-to-date training/certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Aid in daily activities including staff/child ratio, discipline, and safety of all Head Start or Early Head Start children.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Family Services Center Manager, or Center Director.

Requirements

• Must be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
• Ability to operate all office machinery.
• Ability to function with diplomacy and tact.
• Handle all student information with utmost confidentiality.
• Report suspected child abuse/neglect to administrator and law enforcement agency.
• Abide by all Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures.
• Abide by DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Complete and pass health examination.
• Confirm work eligibility status.
• Successfully pass driving history check.
• Clear criminal background check.

Qualifications

• Required - High School diploma or GED Certifications.
• Preferred - (2) years related experience in the preschool classroom setting.

Skills

• Ability to work with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
• Computer literacy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Confidentiality and reporting skills.
• First aid and CPR certification.
• Childcare and education experience.

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EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.