Substitute - Program Leader - BASE

Douglas County School District•Castle Rock, CO

About The Position

The Substitute Program Leader supports the Director and Assistant Director in supervising children in various programs and unstructured activities, and promotes positive community relations among community members and school clientele. The role may involve providing individual student assistance or assistance to a small number of children in a school setting outside the classroom, including before-school, after-school, and full-day child-care programs. The Program Leader may assist students with life-skill activities and personal needs.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Demonstrate the ability to work with children.
Meet at least one of the following qualifications: at least three months (455 hours) of verified experience caring for and supervising four or more unrelated children over age four; or a current Early Childhood Professional Credential Level I or higher, Version 3.0, as determined by the Department.
High school diploma or equivalent.
First Aid and CPR Certification from the American Heart Association.
Universal Precautions Training from OSHA.

Responsibilities

Use positive techniques to support and guide behavior and promote respectful, cooperative interactions among children.
Ensure children's safety through sufficient and appropriate supervision and guidance at all times.
Build healthy relationships with children by actively engaging with them, relating positively, and responding to their individual needs and interests.
Plan and implement program activities that help children learn and develop skills, explore interests, develop self-worth and belonging, and contribute to the community.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.