Substitute Teacher

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Monroe, LA

18d

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher assists with the education and daily operations of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom. The role supports program implementation, child development, classroom safety, assessments, screenings, meal service, field trips, and school functions. The Substitute Teacher helps ensure each child receives individual attention and participates in educational experiences that build self-image, language and other skills, and cultural awareness. The role also supports classroom staffing ratios, discipline, and safety; maintains clean and orderly spaces; communicates concerns about illness, accidents, absences, and suspected abuse or neglect; and completes required training and documentation. The position requires effective communication with children and families, including those with limited English proficiency, and adherence to company policies and applicable DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of related experience in a preschool classroom setting is preferred.
Ability to communicate effectively, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
Computer literacy.
Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
Ability to operate office machinery.
Ability to function with diplomacy and tact.
Ability to handle student information with utmost confidentiality.
Ability to work as a team player.
Reliable transportation.
Valid driver's license.
Must complete and pass a health examination.
Must confirm work eligibility status.
Must successfully pass a driving history check and criminal background check.
Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.
Must be able to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage with children.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related experience in a preschool classroom setting.

Responsibilities

Assist with the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom.
Assist with implementation and coordination of Head Start or Early Head Start functions.
Identify and report child abuse or neglect concerns, provide supportive services in such cases, and notify the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director.
Assist in providing educational experiences that build each child's self-image and self-worth, develop language arts and other skills, and incorporate multicultural content and folklore.
Ensure all children receive individual attention.
Be in the classroom before children arrive each morning unless assigned another duty by a supervisor.
Ensure the classroom, playground, restrooms, and classroom and outdoor equipment are safe.
Make effective use of volunteer assistance.
Assist with child assessments and screenings.
Assist with field trips and other school functions.
Assist with home-style meal service for children.
Report illnesses and accidents to the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.
Report student absences of three days or more to the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.
Attend workshops, conferences, and in-service trainings.
Maintain required training hours and documentation.
Help keep the classroom and other areas clean and neat.
Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with children.
Acquire and maintain up-to-date CPR and First Aid training or certification.
Assist with daily activities, including staff-child ratios, discipline, and safety.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director.
Communicate effectively, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
Handle student information confidentially.
Report suspected child abuse or neglect to an administrator and law enforcement agency.
Follow Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures and DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.