Support Teacher

Part-time position in Clinton, MO (Henry County).

About the role

The Support Teacher supports the CHS mission by assisting in implementing developmentally appropriate activities in the classroom that support children’s development and ensure health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a routine of developmentally appropriate activities by supporting children’s social, physical, cognitive, ATL, and language development.
• Assist in implementing a developmentally appropriate early childhood program by consistently applying MO Childcare Licensing Standards and EHS Performance Standards.
• Commit to the success of the program by maintaining Infant Toddler CPR and First Aid certification, helping prepare materials and classrooms for early care and learning, maintaining ratios while providing coverage in the classroom, and supporting general childcare tasks for evening meetings and events.
• Follow regulatory compliance by attending meetings and trainings as required by CHS, Licensing, Sanitation, USDA CACFP, and EHS requirements.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the assigned area by performing general tasks such as laundry and common area cleaning, and follows guidelines in food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Responsible for promoting a positive Safety Culture by following established safe work practices and policies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or High School Equivalency Test (GED/HiSET).
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong computer skills.
• Medical exam and TB Assessment required prior to hire and every 5 years.
• Background screening to include fingerprinting required prior to hire and every 5 years.

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of Paycom platform, ChildPlus, MO kitchen sanitation regulations, and Head Start Performance standards.

Skills

• Ability to learn and follow CHS policy, procedure, practice, and structure.
• Strong working knowledge of HS Performance Standards, MO Childcare Licensing, USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), sanitation regulations, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Attention to detail.
• Information ordering.
• Accurate listening.
• Concrete organization.
• Handling stress well.
• Personal accountability.
• Proactive thinking.
• Ability to relate to others.
• Meeting standards.
• Respect for policies.
• Results-oriented thinking.
• Service mindset.
• Self-starting ability.
• Safety responsibilities.
• Respect for property.
• Developing others.
• Role awareness.

Schedule

Part-time (30 hrs.), Monday–Friday. Specific hours to be determined.

Benefits

CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. View our Benefits guide for more details.