Temp PT Preschool Sub Teacher

CHESS

20h•$15•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves planning and implementing the classroom environment and experiences for young children, ensuring safety and developmentally appropriate learning practices, partially guided by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. It also includes the involvement of parent/guardians.

Requirements

Knowledge of childcare facility services and/or staff licensure and certification requirements
Knowledge of child cognitive, social, and skills development methods and techniques
Knowledge of age specific activities and nutritional requirements
Skill in communicating with and instructing children
Skill in early childhood program development
Skill in motivating staff and volunteers
Skill in English composition, grammar and punctuation
Skill in following oral and written instructions and procedures
Skill in presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing
Skill in using public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and concerns
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, children, parents and the public
Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing
Must pass a CYFD Background Clearance immediately after beginning employment.
CPR/First Aid Certification to be obtained upon initial orientation.
Basic Training hours in health, safety and nutrition completed within three months.
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
Three months experience working directly with young children is required.

Nice To Haves

6 credit hours in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works as a team member with Early Childhood and Education staff, volunteers, parents, and the director in the planning and implementing a variety of lessons and activities that support the preschool curriculum.
Supervises and monitors subordinates and provides maintenance and security of the preschool.
Performs all job-related duties and responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner (LCC code of Ethics and National Association for the Education of Young Children Code of Ethical Conduct and Stated Commitment).
Assists with age specific curricula development, administration and execution in support of the Institute’s childcare resource services.
Ensures that there is appropriate coverage when needed.
Works with and monitors preschool/children in the lab-learning environment.
Maintains written reports as required and must document and report health and other needs of the children to the lead teacher or director, inclusive of suspected child abuse.
Monitors and maintains a clean safe environment for children.
Ensures rooms, toys and equipment are properly cleaned and maintained.
Responsible for helping children change soiled clothes.
Maintains appropriate records of attendance, including breakfast, snack, and lunch counts, and activities.
Confers with parents and program participants providing information, advice, problem solving assistance and responds to program delivery questions; ensuring follow up.