Substitute Teacher with Head Start

About the role

The Substitute Teacher is a key member of the classroom team, helping provide quality education for children and their families. Their primary responsibility is to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. They plan engaging activities that support the children's development and build strong relationships to promote their growth. Additionally, they must communicate well with staff and families and maintain consistent routines to give stability during the regular teacher's absence.

Starting as a substitute opens the door to other positions, such as Classroom Aide, which come with a pay raise and enrollment in the CDA program, which UCA pays for.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
• Plan engaging activities that support children's development
• Build strong relationships to promote children's growth
• Communicate effectively with staff and families
• Maintain consistent routines during the regular teacher's absence
• Work on random days of the week and month, with assignments lasting from a day to a week or longer
• Commit to showing up for agreed-upon assignments
• Work at least one shift every 45 days

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Must complete CPR/First Aid Training within 90 days of hire
• Must complete a Food Handler's permit course within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Associate Preschool Credential
• Previous Head Start experience
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Pay

$16.90/hour

Schedule

This position operates on an on-call basis, meaning you will be contacted as needed to fulfill your duties. Your schedule can fluctuate from day to day, offering a dynamic work environment. While this may require adaptability, it also grants you significant flexibility, allowing you to balance work commitments with personal time.