Floater/Substitute - West Farms Child and Family Center

Grand St Settlement•Bronx, NY

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Floater/Substitute provides coverage in classrooms and the kitchen as needed at the West Farms Child and Family Center. 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 position supports classroom activities, program staff, and classroom maintenance to promote children’s health and safety. The substitute may also assist with preparing and delivering meals in the kitchen under the supervision of a cook certified with a Food Handlers License. This role supports children’s development and learning, classroom planning and documentation, family partnerships, communication and service coordination, record keeping, and ongoing program monitoring. The schedule is Monday through Friday for three hours per day and may vary according to program needs. The position 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 requirements; 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 in DOHMH Article 47 and Head Start Performance Standards.

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 encourages positive social interaction, engagement, motivation, and development across domains for children of all abilities.
Collaborate with the classroom team on daily lesson plans and individualization for children.
Assist with collecting daily anecdotes, writing child observations, and 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 relationships with parents, share feedback about children’s developmental progress and challenges, and encourage parent participation in conferences and home visits.
Maintain regular contact with parents and complete appropriate documentation.
Direct developmental concerns to the Lead Teacher and, as appropriate, participate 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.
Substitute for Assistant Teachers and other staff members as needed.
As assigned, help prepare and deliver meals in the kitchen under the supervision of a cook with a Food Handlers License.
Perform other duties as assigned.