Substitute Assistant Teacher

Catholic Charities Comm•Glendale, AZ

132d•$0 - $20

About The Position

Catholic Charities Community Services is seeking an individual with an engaging classroom presence to support staff and children in its Head Start program. The Substitute Assistant Teacher supports the Teacher and classroom functions by providing quality services to children and families assigned to a site. The assignment runs for the school year (12 months), with scheduled breaks identified at the beginning of each program year according to program requirements and the site calendar. The role supports a bilingual, multicultural curriculum; helps with assessments, education plans, lesson planning, parent conferences, home visits, and health and developmental screenings; and serves children with disabilities and their families. The Substitute Assistant Teacher also helps with food-service documentation, emergency procedures, classroom cleanliness, meetings, trainings, and program quality improvement. Depending on program needs, the employee may fill in at another classroom or site.

Requirements

Demonstrate a positive and caring attitude, initiative, good judgment, and flexibility with program changes.
Have familiarity with Head Start standards, requirements, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Read and write legibly in English and demonstrate comprehension of basic math.
Be sensitive to cultural differences within the community, program, and agency.
Be proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
Meet one of the following education pathways: a high school diploma or equivalent and active enrollment in a preschool Child Development Associate (CDA) program upon hire, to be completed within two years; or a high school diploma or equivalent plus active enrollment in a program leading to an AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or a directly related discipline that includes at least 12 ECE credit hours, to be completed within two years, with continuous enrollment.
Meet Arizona Department of Health Services requirements for licensure.
Possess or obtain and maintain Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance.
Provide approved documentation of a negative tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray.
Meet federal Head Start employment requirements, including a physical examination at hire.
Possess or complete verified First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of hire and maintain current certification.
Possess or obtain and maintain a valid Maricopa County Environmental Services Food Service Worker Certificate or Manager Certification.
Possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license. Employees must be at least 21 years old to drive on behalf of Catholic Charities Community Services Westside Head Start.
Have reliable personal transportation and provide proof of current vehicle registration and insurance meeting state minimum liability coverage.
Be able to work with preschool-age children and in a fast-paced environment with moderate interruptions.
Be able to visually and auditorily assess and interact with clients to ensure their safety and well-being.
Be able to stoop, bend, squat, assist children with bathroom needs, sit on the floor, and move over uneven surfaces including stairs, steps, and playgrounds.
Be able to drive and lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in a second language, such as Spanish, Arabic, or another program-identified or program-approved language.
At least six months of experience.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of the designated bilingual, multicultural curriculum and supervise children in collaboration with the Teacher.
Assist with observations for Fall, Winter, and Spring assessment periods and complete the Education Plan three times per school year.
Assist with weekly lesson plans.
Assist with two parent conferences and two educational home visits during the program year.
Assist with documenting health information and completing developmental and social/emotional screenings within 45 days of a child's enrollment.
Serve children with disabilities and their families, making adaptations as needed.
Follow Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines and assist with daily, weekly, and month-end food-service paperwork.
Report suspected abuse or neglect as required by law.
Implement the approved emergency plan and conduct and document monthly fire drills.
Maintain a clean classroom and working environment.
Fill in at another classroom or site when program needs require it to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
Promote excellence and continual quality improvement in services to staff and clients.
Prepare for and attend assigned meetings, trainings, and conferences.
Work alternative hours as required, including nights and weekends.
Perform other assigned duties and tasks required for an efficient, comprehensive, integrated program.