HSU220 - Substitute Teacher Aide

NHA•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor, this role supports the classroom of pre-school or toddler-aged children. The Substitute Teacher Aide assists teachers with various tasks, including rest time, breaks, and meal preparation. They also play a crucial role in ensuring children's hygiene needs are met, maintaining a safe environment both indoors and outdoors, and providing emotional support to foster high self-esteem. This position is responsible for creating an environment and experiences that maximize each child's learning at their developmental level.

Requirements

Completion of High School diploma.
Knowledge of appropriate child development theories and practices.
Ability to create and maintain a safe learning environment for children and others.
Ability to work effectively with children, parents, staff, family, and community.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Must be sensitive to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to read, write and speak English.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Area Directors / Site Supervisors, staff, and parents.
Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; observe; and interact with staff, clients, children and parents.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be met within 90 days of assignment.
Must meet and maintain state law and county licensing requirements regarding employment in a child care center (fingerprints, TB, physical) as well as provide proof of immunity to measles and pertussis, mandated reporter training and must obtain an influenza vaccination, or provide a medical exemption.
Prior to subbing in the classroom, must have an orientation on the Head Start Performance Standards, Basic Classroom Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Code of Ethical Conduct training.

Responsibilities

Helps teachers with rest time.
Supports with teacher breaks if necessary.
Helps wash dishes or prepare meals if necessary.
Assists in ensuring that daily hygiene needs are met by modeling such routines as tooth brushing, hand washing, use of the bathroom, and meal times.
Assists in maintaining a safe environment for the children in the classroom as well as the outdoor playground.
Provides emotional support and encourages high self-esteem in the children.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Provide support to teachers during rest/nap time.
Provide substitute support for toddler or pre-school age children.
Provide environment and experiences that maximize learning of each child at his or her development level.