Early Childhood Substitute Teacher

The New School•Fayetteville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The New School is seeking substitute teachers for our Early Childhood Education program. In the absence of the classroom teacher, the substitute assists in preparing the classroom materials and plans, providing quality experiences for young children.

Requirements

Must be 18 years old
One year of experience working with children and/or a certificate in early childhood education or currently working towards completion of one
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High responsiveness due to the possible short-notice nature of this position
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

College experience preferred
CPR certification preferred

Responsibilities

Attend a one-time substitute orientation
Complete online certification within 10 days of hire through the Arkansas Professional Development Registry
Interact with children ages 12 months - 5 years old
Work to build positive relationships with children
Use positive language to guide children in play and routines
Show respect toward children and encourage respectful interactions
Supervise and play with children in the learning centers, classroom, and playground
Attend to the physical needs of the children, including but not limited to diapering, changing clothes, and comforting as needed
Serve as a role model for students
Assist in keeping the classroom neat and organized
Follow the lead teacher’s instructions for cleaning the classroom at the end of the day
Other duties as assigned