Head Start Substitute I, Williams
About The Position
In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Working under direct supervision and with routine difficulty, this position is responsible for supporting the continuity of care for enrolled children in the program. This role ensures classroom operational supervision of children, health and safety, and quality program services, including preparation of meals and snacks in the absence of the assigned regular staff member in adherence with all standards and regulations.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- a strong interest in working directly with children up to age five
- successful completion of training and orientation
- Criminal Background Check
- Fingerprint Clearance Card, Level I
- Motor Vehicle Report (annually)
- TB Skin Test Attestation
- Physical Exam
- Food Handlers license (within 30 days of hire)
- CPR (ability to obtain within 6 months “if required”)
- First Aid (ability to obtain within 6 months “if required”)
- Communication with children
- Ability to follow and adhere to all performance standards, licensing requirements, regulations, policies and procedures
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural competence
- Discretion
- Problem solving
- Teamwork
Nice To Haves
- Six months of experience in early childcare in a licensed facility.
Responsibilities
- Welcomes families daily, ensures daily attendance activities, engage with parents to participate and volunteer in program activities, and maintain confidentiality in adherence with established programmatic
- Assist and actively participate in classroom and outdoor activities ensuring active supervision, health, and safety of children, in accordance with established programmatic systems, standards and regulations.
- Assist with indoor and outdoor learning activities and learning environments, reinforcing behavior management and positive guidance/interactions aligning with the Pyramid Model, Conscious Discipline, and other established evidence-based child assessment
- Assist the supervising Teacher in the development of lesson plans and curriculum activities that support language development, cognitive, social-emotional and pre-math skills measured by the program’s individualized assessment tools and adherence to program compliance. Collect child observations and child work
- Complete assigned documentation and maintain compliance with mandatory child abuse reporting protocol to ensure record keeping requirements and protocols for all standards and
- Assist with food preparation, serving meals/snacks, cleans and maintains the food preparation and storage areas and equipment, and practices safety and sanitation in preparation and storage of food in accordance with established programmatic systems, standards and regulations.
- Participate in the family style meal program ensuring table behavior and good nutritional habits in accordance with established compliance
- Assist with screenings and follow-up activities to ensure regulatory compliance with development/health screenings and
- Assist with parent/teacher conferences to ensure programmatic compliance with standards and regulations.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- PAID SICK LEAVE
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
