Head Start Substitute Teacher and Support Staff Positions

North East Kingdom Community Action•Barton, VT

23h•Onsite

About The Position

NEKCA is hiring intermittent, part-time substitute staff for its Early Childhood and Family Services department. Depending on the position being covered, substitutes may support classroom teaching, teaching assistance, food service, or janitorial work. The role involves following applicable NEKCA policies, Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards, Vermont child care licensing regulations, and other relevant program standards. Substitutes should understand the plans for the position they are covering and implement them when the regular staff member is absent. In-person attendance is required during scheduled hours as defined by a supervisor. Work is primarily in a temperature-controlled classroom environment and may include time outdoors in calm, moderate weather. Noise levels range from moderate to loud. The work may involve extended periods of sitting or standing, computer and office-equipment use, bending, and lifting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The position is non-exempt, does not supervise staff, and has a listed hiring range of $22.00–$25.00.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must authorize and pass NEKCA's criminal record check process and comply with NEKCA policies if hired.
Dependable transportation sufficient to meet job requirements; employees must have access to dependable transportation.
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good relations with participants, staff, and community members.
Basic computer skills and record keeping, including spreadsheet applications; proficiency in Microsoft Office products and database management systems.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work flexible hours as needed, depending on the program.
Positive problem-solving skills in stressful situations.
Familiarity with and sensitivity to challenges faced by low-income individuals, and some knowledge of community resources.
Must complete required trainings and professional development.
Food service providers must know food preparation, meal service, and sanitation requirements, as well as early childhood development and nutritional requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with young children or education in early childhood is preferred for substitute teaching assistants.
Experience in food service is preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand the plans for the position being covered and implement them when the regular staff member is absent.
Foster a safe and inviting environment.
Support classroom management.
Support center staff with identified tasks.
Follow applicable Head Start Performance Standards, content-area plans, Vermont child care licensing regulations, NAEYC standards, and NEKCA standards of conduct.
Be alert to indicators of child abuse and neglect and comply with Vermont mandated reporter law and the program's Child Protection Protocol.
As a substitute teacher, help create and maintain a respectful classroom culture that supports safe and productive learning, and follow center policies, procedures, regulations, quality requirements, and standards.
As a substitute teaching assistant, work with the center team to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children's physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development; participate in classroom routines and activities.
As a substitute food service provider, prepare and serve meals and snacks in accordance with USDA/CACFP regulations, Vermont child care licensing regulations, and sanitation requirements; serve meals family style at the specified intervals.
As a substitute janitor, maintain the center facility in clean, orderly condition and comply with applicable Head Start/Early Head Start Performance Standards.
Complete required trainings and professional development.
Maintain confidentiality and participant safety, communicate respectfully and professionally, and represent NEKCA and its mission in the community.