Substitute

Launch • Seattle, WA

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Launch is dedicated to ensuring a brilliant start for all children. Through our preschool, after-school, and summer programs, we provide equitable access to the highest-quality learning and care in a safe, enriching environment that prepares children for success in school and life. Our programs serve a diverse group of over 1,000 children ages 3-12 and are located on-site in 10 Seattle Public Schools locations, 3 community centers, and one Impact Public School location. Drawing on more than 48 years of experience, we serve as a proven model of effective programming and a passionate advocate for children, families, and communities. Launch strives to live an anti-racist, inclusive existence and welcomes diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives. Substitute teachers are responsible for providing a safe, caring, and academically and socially enriching environment for school-age children. This position ensures that the curriculum and activities are developmentally appropriate and meet all identified academic and developmental domains.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• A minimum of 1 year of education beyond high school is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children is required
• A minimum of one year of experience working with school-age children, demonstrating knowledge and competence in: Behavior management skills, Activity planning/coordinating
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Proven ability to communicate with children and adults in a positive and proactive manner
• Ability to create versatile and varied age-appropriate activities for children of different ages and developmental stages
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member
• Dependable transportation, ability to get to all site locations as needed.
• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance
• TB Clearance
• Food Worker Card
• First Aid/CPR Blood Borne Pathogens/HIV training
• Mandated Reported Training
• MMR Vaccination Record
• Must attend any required training
• After Hire Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families Trainings: Medication Management, Disaster and Emergency Preparedness, Families Experiencing Homelessness, Abusive Head Trauma
• Within Three Months of Hire Completion of STARS Basic 30 hour Child Care course

Nice To Haves

• An AA in education or a related field is preferred
• Experience working in a non-profit organization
• BA degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education
• Create and implement curriculum, utilizing Student Voice and Choice.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft office programs
• Time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment on cross-functional teams with a wide range of personalities
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Detail oriented

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage groups of children
• Attend scheduled staff meetings
• Maintain the safety of children
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the site
• Prepare and serve snacks to the children
• Engage children in enrichment activities
• Provide homework support
• Build strong and nurturing relationships with children and families
• Positive communication with parents, staff, supervisors, school, etc.
• Enforce all general safety rules of the center
• Assist in positive behavior management techniques when required
• Obtain required training and ongoing professional development
• Ability to work a minimum of 1 shift every two months.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree