Job Description
Summary Substitute Teachers are needed to cover teachers who are absent due to illness or planned leave time. Substitute teachers are hired on an on-call basis and advance notice is usually provided.
Flexibility is necessary, as same-day opportunities will arise . Hours vary from 2 to 40 per week.
Duties � Assist the Early Childhood Teacher in the general supervision and management of a classroom of toddler or preschool-age children.
� Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children at all times--being alert for the needs and concerns of the children as individuals and as a group.
� Assist with the planning and implementation of the daily program under the direction of the Early Childhood Teacher.
� Follow a consistent schedule including; small and large group experiences, choice time, music and movement, large and small motor activities skill developments, meals, and effective transition between activities.
� Cooperate in a supportive role in preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, preparing needed materials and supplies, and carrying out developmentally appropriate activities designed to meet the physical, emotional, and developmental needs of the children in the classroom.
� Participate with children in group and individual activities.
� Form a caring, nurturing, and responsive relationship with a primary group of children and their families.
� Treat all children, parents, and staff with dignity and respect.
� Provide an atmosphere that promotes and reinforces parental involvement in the classroom.
� Maintain a professional attitude and loyalty to the program in accordance to the educational philosophy of the Center.
� Complete administrative recordkeeping as required by the Center including but not limited to; time sheets, incident reports, parent drop-off and pick-ups, student attendance, fire drills, medication, and other regulated activities.
� Demonstrate initiative?assist and complete general housekeeping tasks.
� Attend all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences.
� Complete all necessary training including 15 hours of continuing education, CPR, First Aid, and Universal Precautions.
� Other duties as requested by the Classroom Teacher and/or Director.
Requirements Meets Colorado Department of Human Services Early Childhood Assistant Teacher qualifications as outlined in the Colorado Rules Regulating Childcare Centers
Experience with pre-school and/or toddler age children.
Current Driver License
Background Check
Nice To Haves - CPR and First Aide Certificate
- Early Childhood Courses
- 1 or more year of experience
Job Tags
Flexible hours,