Early Head Start Substitute Teacher II/ CDA Trainee (Mesquite)
About The Position
ABSTRACT OF THE POSITION: Under the direct guidance of the Early Head Start Center Director, the EHS Substitute Teacher II, works as a partner with other EHS Infant/Toddler Teachers. This position requires developing activities for infants and toddlers to provide them with varied experiences and an appropriate learning environment. The Substitute Teacher II works with typically developing children, children with disabilities and with families to promote parental involvement in the program. This position partners with other EHS Infant-Toddler Teachers in fulfilling the goals, policies and activities designed to achieve educational objectives and to meet performance standards. The Substitute Teacher II may be assigned additional duties and to various classrooms/centers based upon program need and area of developing expertise.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have a minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent) or obtain within (9) months of hire date.
- Must obtain a Child Development Associate Credential with a focus on Infants/Toddlers and trained in early childhood development within six (6) months of hire date or date designated by EHS Program Management (SCF will pay a portion of the CDA Fees).
Nice To Haves
- Experience with infants/toddlers in a group setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists with the creation and implementation of a developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive program that supports the child’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment that meets the changing needs of infants and toddlers.
- Supports the classroom/center in any aspect of the program as the need arises and/or as requested by the Center Director, including covering for staff during break times.
- Adheres to federal, state, and local health and safety policies and procedures, Early Head Start Performance Standards, Child Care Licensing regulations, and SCF's Policies and Procedures, while maintaining First Aid and CPR certification and other required state trainings.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Supplementary Benefits
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employer Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
- PTO with Accrual Starting at Hire
- 401(k) with a match
- COVID Paid Sick Leave
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Hardship Assistance Fund
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
