Substitute Teacher PRN

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.
• Affirmative action items include implementing and coordinating 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, incorporating multi-cultural, folkloric elements into the program.
• Ensure all children receive individual attention, being present in the classroom before children arrive each morning, unless otherwise directed.
• Maintain classroom and playground safety, including ensuring all areas are safe and equipment is properly used.
• Utilize volunteer help effectively, assist with child assessments and screenings, and participate in field trips and other school functions.
• Assist with child meal service, reporting illnesses or accidents to the Center Coordinator, and tracking student absences.
• Attend workshops, conferences, and in-service trainings, maintaining required training hours and documentation.
• Keep the classroom and other areas clean and neat at all times, demonstrating competency, good judgment, and self-control in working with Head Start or Early Head Start children.
• Show proficiency in CPR and First Aid, assisting with daily activities including staff/child ratio, discipline, and safety.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director.

Requirements

• Must be able to serve and effectively communicate with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
• Have a working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
• Be computer literate.
• Work effectively without extensive supervision.
• Operate all office machinery.
• Function with diplomacy and tact, handling all student information with utmost confidentiality.
• Report suspected child abuse/neglect to the administrator and law enforcement agency.
• Comply with Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures, as well as DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.
• Work as a team player.
• Have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Complete and pass a health examination.
• Confirm work eligibility status.
• Pass a driving history check and clear criminal background check.
• Be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Be able to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage with children.

Qualifications

• Preferred 2 years of related experience in the preschool classroom setting.
• High School diploma or GED certification.

Skills

• Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
• Computer literacy.
• Confidence in handling confidential information.
• Proficiency in CPR and First Aid.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical stamina and ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with individuals who believe they can make a difference in the world.

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

• Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.