Floater/Substitute

Grand St Settlement•Bronx, NY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Floater/Substitute provides coverage in classrooms and the kitchen as needed. In the classroom, the substitute assists the Lead Teacher with planning and supervising a classroom of 8–20 children in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and DOHMH Article 47 regulations. The role supports classroom activities, program staff, and classroom maintenance to help ensure children’s health and safety. The substitute may also work in the kitchen under the supervision of a cook with a Food Handlers License to help prepare and deliver meals. The position works Monday through Friday for three hours per day, with a schedule that may vary according to program needs. The role requires flexibility to substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff members as needed. The employee reports to the Site Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience working with children ages 0–5 and families.
Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social, or cultural needs.
Ability to maintain written records and manage time to complete assigned work.
Ability to interpret documents such as safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with participating families.
Basic computer literacy, including email and Microsoft Office.
Ability to lift 35 pounds.
Complete DOI fingerprint screening, NYS Central Registry clearance, Sex Offender Registry clearance, three reference checks, and a physical examination with updated TB test, varicella, Tdap, and MMR; fees may apply.
Obtain a Mandated Reporter training certificate every two years and comply with agency policies and procedures for identifying and reporting child abuse and neglect.
Obtain First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificates within the first year of employment.
Meet employee health requirements under Article 47 (DOHMH) and Head Start Performance Standards.
Provide a resume and thoughtful cover letter when applying; if selected, provide three professional references, including at least one former supervisor.

Nice To Haves

Some college credits preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise children’s indoor and outdoor activities and use positive guidance techniques.
Assist with implementing a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that promotes positive social interaction, engagement, self-motivation, and development across domains for children of all abilities.
Collaborate with the classroom team to prepare daily lesson plans and individualize plans for children.
Assist with collecting daily anecdotes and writing observations about children.
Assist with assessing children using Teaching Strategies Gold online three times a year.
Provide positive guidance and discipline as children develop readiness skills for kindergarten and beyond.
Help establish and maintain positive working relationships with parents and share positive feedback about children’s developmental progress and challenges.
Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits concerning children’s development and education.
Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation.
Refer developmental concerns to the Lead Teacher and, when appropriate, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with the Family Advocate and Health, Nutrition, and Disabilities Coordinator.
Assist the Teacher with attendance, health checks, home correspondence, home visit forms, accident and incident reports, referrals, and safety inspections.
Assist with requesting supplies and participate in classroom or program inventory as requested.
Work with the teaching team to analyze classroom child outcomes two to three times a year.
Participate in coaching opportunities and professional development training.
Substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff members as needed.
When assigned to the kitchen, help prepare and deliver meals under the supervision of a cook with a Food Handlers License.
Perform other duties as assigned.