Preschool Substitute

Archdiocese of San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

14h

About The Position

To execute a daily program in line with St. Mark Catholic Preschool goals and beliefs for children 18 months through 5 years old. To provide a nurturing Catholic environment that strives to meet each child's spiritual and cognitive needs appropriate to age and ability to help students become faith-filled, well-rounded learners and thinkers.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Attend workshops for Continuing Education as required by state licensing rules
Clean and sanitize toys/surfaces according to established procedures
Able to pick up 30-40 lbs. children as required in younger age groups
Able to conduct activities involving substantial standing, walking and moderate sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, twisting and reaching on frequent basis.
Must be able to sit, stoop, bend and kneel on floor without assistance
Effectively work and communicate with young children and adults through oral, written and electronic means
Provide a caring environment to help each child grow in independence to develop his/her own unique talent and ability
Possess a strong work ethic, practices punctuality and professionalism
Must agree to background check
Flexibility
Positive attitude and enthusiastically promotes St. Mark Catholic Preschoo
Communicate effectively and respectfully with St. Mark Catholic Preschool Director, St. Mark Catholic Preschool staff and StMECC staff
Communicate with parents and children enrolled in the program
Communicate and interact effectively with Classroom Teacher

Responsibilities

Greet and assimilate each child upon arrival to school
Provide a stimulating environment conducive to the social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of the child on an individual basis
Recognize and participate in the interests and needs of children in the class
Ensure the health, welfare and safety of each child in the class
Supervise children at ALL times
Assist classroom teacher in the implementation of the curriculum and gathering necessary supplies before children enter into care
Accept rotating responsibilities as assigned (ex. Setting up or putting away playground equipment, etc.)
Safety check equipment, toys, furniture and all items in the room to ensure proper working order
Assist with bathroom needs as applied to diapering, toilet training or trained children in compliance with state guidelines
Help with care of ill and injured children
Follow program policies, procedures and state licensing minimum standard guidelines
Maintain cleanliness of classroom and appropriate child interactions in accordance to state licensing guidelines
Aid in classroom management
Assume duties of Assistant Teacher