On Call Classroom Substitute
About The Position
The On-Call Classroom Substitute supports and supervises students when a classroom team member is absent. The substitute follows the teacher’s or acting teacher’s direction and lesson plans to provide a cohesive, consistent learning experience. The role includes managing the classroom, adapting teaching methods to students’ needs, supervising students in classroom and other settings, implementing behavior plans, providing basic caregiving, and communicating with families and multidisciplinary team members. The substitute must comply with applicable UCP, HIPAA, NAEYC, Department of Education, 4C, Department of Children and Families, and other state and federal requirements. This position is at UCP Bailes Early Childhood Academy in Orlando, Florida, and pays $15.00–$16.00 per hour.
Requirements
- Minimum education: GED or high school diploma.
- At least one year of childcare or classroom experience.
- If substituting for Pre-K, complete 45 hours of Department of Children and Families training within the first 90 days.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with students with and without disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform classroom staff duties when a team member is absent.
- Follow the teacher’s or acting teacher’s direction, including lesson plans, to provide a cohesive and consistent learning experience.
- Manage the classroom to encourage participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapt teaching methods to meet individual student needs.
- Supervise students in and outside the classroom, including in hallways, on the playground, in the cafeteria, and in the car line.
- Implement individual behavior plans as needed.
- Provide basic caregiving using universal health and safety precautions, including feeding children and cleaning their hands and faces.
- Assist with communication with therapists and members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain positive interactions with staff and parents.
- Ensure compliance with requirements and guidelines set by UCP, HIPAA, NAEYC, the Department of Education, 4C, the Department of Children and Families, and other state and federal agencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance, with a free option after the first year
- Dental insurance options
- Free life insurance
- Paid time off
- Discounted on-site childcare
- 403(b)/retirement match
- Short- and long-term disability
- Support in continuing education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
