Floater/Substitute - Crotona Park Child and Family Center
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 holding 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 at least one year of experience working with children ages 0–5 and families, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to work with families and children with diverse developmental, social, or cultural needs. Candidates must meet required clearances and health requirements. First Aid/CPR and Preventive Infectious Diseases certificates must be obtained within the first year of employment.
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.
- Obtain Mandated Reporter training certification 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 DOHMH Article 47 and Head Start Performance Standards.
- 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.
- Provide three professional references if selected, including at least one former supervisor.
Nice To Haves
- Some college credits preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities and use positive guidance techniques.
- Assist in implementing a child-centered curriculum and learning environment that supports positive social interaction, active learning, self-motivation, and development across domains for children of all abilities.
- Collaborate with the classroom team to prepare daily lesson plans and individualize activities for children.
- Collect daily anecdotes and write 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 build and maintain positive working relationships with parents and provide feedback about children’s developmental progress and challenges.
- Encourage parent participation in staff-parent conferences and home visits about children’s development and education.
- Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation.
- Direct developmental concerns to the Lead Teacher and participate as appropriate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
- Assist with attendance records, 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.
- Provide flexible substitute coverage for Assistant Teachers and other staff as needed.
- When assigned to the kitchen, help prepare and deliver meals under the supervision of a cook certified with a Food Handlers License.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
