Early Head Start Substitute - Hartford City

Carey Services • Hartford, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Early Head Start Substitute assists primary teachers in caring for very young children and working with their parents, staff, volunteers, and community partners. Under the supervision of the EHS Classroom Supervisor, the substitute helps provide developmentally appropriate, quality childcare in a center-based environment that complies with Head Start Program Performance Standards and state licensing requirements.

The role involves supporting instruction tailored to each child’s individual needs, providing responsive care, and ensuring children’s safety. The substitute communicates with teachers, parents, and children; helps in indoor and outdoor settings; respects the ethnic backgrounds of families and staff; and follows Carey Services and Early Head Start plans, policies, and procedures. Ongoing training and contributions to workplace safety, housekeeping, preventive maintenance, and quality service are also part of the position.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old to be alone with children.
• Must have at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to learn basic principles of teaching; instruction is provided.
• Must have basic mathematical computation and English writing knowledge.
• Must possess nurturing skills and be able to use positive and anticipatory guidance with children.
• Must be able to pick up, move, and play with small children indoors and outdoors.
• Must demonstrate adaptability and flexibility, teamwork, communication (written and oral), initiative, planning and organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, or sit for periods of time and lift 40 pounds.
• Must have the sensory capabilities necessary to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including items such as gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, shoes, and ear plugs.
• Must be able to follow required safety practices and universal precautions.
• Must know first aid and health and safety measures when required by specific job requirements, or develop an acceptable level of competence through post-hire training.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of early childhood education.
• Experience working with young children and/or children with developmental delays or disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing developmentally appropriate instruction based on each child’s individual needs.
• Provide responsive caregiving to children in the center-based program.
• Ensure the safety of children in their care and check toys and equipment daily.
• Communicate with primary teachers, parents, and children.
• Provide assistance in indoor and outdoor settings as directed by a supervisor or primary teacher.
• Encourage and respect the ethnic backgrounds of Early Head Start and Carey Services families, children, clients, and staff.
• Follow Carey Services and Early Head Start plans, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in ongoing training as outlined in Early Head Start and state licensing regulations.
• Promote agency-wide safety and housekeeping, take a proactive approach to preventive maintenance, and support quality service.
• Perform routine caregiving and classroom tasks, including diaper changing, feeding, moving toys, laundry, and dishes.
• Follow required safe practices and universal precautions during a pandemic and as otherwise required.

Benefits

• Opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement.
• Supportive, community-centered workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
• Purpose-driven work making an impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED