Substitute Education Impact Leader ( Substitute Teacher)

Tri-County Community Action Agency•South Boston, VA

10d•$15

About The Position

Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc. (TCCAA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated for over 50 years to making a positive difference in the lives of those experiencing hardships. The agency consists of multiple programs that are created to empower people in Halifax, Charlotte and Mecklenburg Counties of Southside Virginia. Through collaborative efforts, engaged staff and partnerships, Tri-County is able to further our mission to eliminate the violence of poverty through advocacy, empowerment and self-sufficiency. Substitute Teachers work daily or weekly to fill-in for regular teachers on a day-to-day or on an “as needed basis”. Substitutes ensure the lesson plan is followed and the classroom is operating smoothly in the absence of a regular teacher. Substitute Teachers serve as transportation aide as required.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
Willing to participate in trainings, workshops and meetings as required.
Should have access to a vehicle and possess a valid Virginia Operator’s license .
Must be flexible in areas of work schedules and work sites and punctual when reporting to work.
Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification with three months of employment
Must have a physical exam and a Tuberculosis (TB) screening completed prior to employment.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience working with preschool children preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for communicating with parents and staff.
Conduct activities with children in the classroom, as needed, as well as the educational program.
Assists in the establishment of a safe and healthy learning environment.
Aids in receptive and expressive language development, making extensive use of open-ended questions and frequently writing down/reading back children’s own words.
Assist in building positive social skills and self help skills.
Maintains appropriate and positive voice tone with children in the classroom.
Sanitize and clean classroom daily and weekly.
Attends meetings (including parent meetings), workshops and takes further training when necessary.