Substitute Teacher (Early Childhood Centers)

Chinese-American Planning Council•New York, NY

6d•$17 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Substitutes perform duties of a teacher or teacher assistant to provide continuity of day-to-day responsibilities with students during the absence of the regular teacher or teacher assistant. Substitutes are to be willing and ready to assist Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers in whatever manner the teacher deems necessary, to adapt easily to changing situations, and to take the lead when necessary and appropriate.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have experience in working with children and knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
At least one year of experience working in a childcare setting.
Demonstrated ability, enthusiasm, love and desire to work with and relate to children.
Demonstrated ability to conduct self in a professional, courteous manner, to maintain a neat appearance.
Strong customer service skills and ability to create/maintain partnerships with families and staff.
Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to handle crisis situations effectively.
Ability to multitask while remaining organized and completing tasks by assigned deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to lift 25-30 lbs.
Demonstrated ability to walk, squat/kneel, sit on floor, see, hear, speak with children to ensure their health and safety.
Computer literacy skills.
Review of resume completeness including education, experience, and skills
Verification of three (3) references
Completion of employment application
Completion of interview
Fingerprint Clearance from the Department of Investigation
Statewide Central Register Clearance
Child Abuse and Maltreatment Certification (online training)
Additional mandated trainings as required by Department of Health
Recent physical (within one year), including immunization record

Nice To Haves

Early Childhood Education college credits preferred.
Experience working with children with special needs preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish or Mandarin/Cantonese preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction, as needed, according to plans as prepared by the regular classroom teacher and manage or help to manage as the case may require classroom behavior and environment.
Maintain line of sight supervision.
Use appropriate judgment to always act in the best interests of students.
Maintain a classroom environment which promotes active learning.
Maintain daily classroom routine, including distributing and collecting supplies, keeping attendance records, setting up meals, etc.
Attend mandatory meetings and trainings.
Adhere to CPC Early Childhood Center policies and procedures.
Work with students to help reinforce learning objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate supervisor or administrator.