Substitute Daycare/Special Education Teacher Aide
About The Position
Do you enjoy working with children with special needs and making a positive impact on their lives? Do you want to gain experience and skills in an early childhood setting? Become a Substitute Daycare / Special Education Teacher Aide at Racker! In this role, you’ll support the development and well-being of children in a dynamic, inclusive educational setting. Join a team of experienced teachers to both support children with disabilities in integrated preschool classrooms and infant/toddler daycare classrooms as a substitute teacher aide. Our focus is to foster a strength based environment where every child can thrive by learning and growing through play. Rate of pay: $17.25 per hour (This position is as needed) Start your rewarding career—apply today!
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must be at least 18 years old by date of hire.
- Effective written, verbal and communication skills.
- Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.
Nice To Haves
- Related experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for children that will promote learning and a positive self-image, reflecting Racker’s values as defined in the Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and Code of Conduct
- Carry out plans and programs for children as assigned by the teacher, including possible one-to-one assignment with a specific child
- Personal care including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting and positioning
- Share information with classroom and management team
- Effective communication as a member of the team, including participation in appropriate meetings
- Promote open communication and mutual understanding
- Attend training required by program regulations and as directed by supervisor
- Contribute to a positive work and learning environment for children in program as well as co-workers – must be professional, courteous and confidential
- Provide ideas and show initiative to help develop the educational setting
- Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress
- Other duties as assigned
- Bring your creativity, energy, and love of children!
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
