Substitute Teacher

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Roswell, NM

18d

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher assists with the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom and helps implement and coordinate program functions. The role supports children’s learning, development, safety, and daily care, while working with families, volunteers, and other staff. The position also requires maintaining confidentiality, following program policies and applicable regulations, and completing required training and documentation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Two years of related preschool classroom experience preferred.
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 work as a team player.
Reliable transportation.
Valid driver’s license.
Complete and pass a health examination.
Confirm work eligibility status; applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Successfully pass a driving history check.
Clear a criminal background check.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage with children.

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 children’s self-image and self-worth, develop language and other skills, and include multicultural materials and folklore.
Ensure every child receives 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 illnesses 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 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 Head Start or Early Head Start children.
Acquire and maintain current CPR and First Aid training or certification.
Assist with daily activities, including staff-child ratios, discipline, and safety.
Perform other duties 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 and 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.