Substitute Teacher

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Cuero, TX

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About The Position

The Substitute Teacher assists in the education and daily operations of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom. The role supports implementation and coordination of program functions, provides children with individual attention and educational experiences, and helps maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment. The Substitute Teacher also supports meals, assessments, screenings, field trips, and other school activities, and reports concerns such as suspected abuse or neglect, illness, accidents, and extended absences to the appropriate personnel. The position requires effective communication with children and families, including those with limited English proficiency, and the ability to work with diplomacy, discretion, and limited supervision. The employee must follow organizational policies and applicable DFPS and OHS requirements, participate in required training, and maintain current CPR and First Aid certification. Physical duties include lifting up to 60 pounds and standing, sitting on the floor, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting children, and engaging with children.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Must be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
Computer literate.
Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
Ability to operate office machinery.
Ability to function with diplomacy and tact.
Must handle student information with utmost confidentiality.
Must report suspected child abuse or neglect to an administrator and law enforcement agency.
Must abide by Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures and DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.
Ability to work as a team player.
Must have reliable transportation.
Must possess a 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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in 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 children's self-image and self-worth, develop language arts and 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.
Help ensure the safety of the classroom, playground, restrooms, and classroom and outdoor equipment.
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 illness or 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 training.
Maintain mandated training hours and documentation.
Help keep the classroom and other areas clean and neat.
Demonstrate competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with Head Start or Early Head Start 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.