Substitute Teacher

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Monroe, LA

About The Position

The Substitute Teacher assists with the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom and supports implementation and coordination of program functions. The role helps provide educational experiences that build children’s self-image and self-worth, develop language and other skills, and incorporate multicultural content and folklore. It ensures children receive individual attention and supports classroom activities, safety, assessments, meals, field trips, and school functions. The Substitute Teacher reports concerns such as suspected child abuse or neglect, illness, accidents, and extended absences to the appropriate program staff. The position maintains classroom cleanliness, uses volunteer assistance effectively, attends required trainings, and keeps mandated training documentation and CPR/First Aid credentials current. The role also follows organizational policies and applicable DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.

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 all 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.
Complete and pass a health examination.
Confirm work eligibility status.
Successfully pass a driving history check.
Clear criminal background check.
Lift up to 60 pounds.
Ability 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 U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related experience in a preschool classroom setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with education and daily program activities in 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 and provide supportive services in such cases, notifying the Family Services Center Manager or Center Director.
Help provide educational experiences that promote self-image, self-worth, language and other skills, and multicultural learning.
Ensure all children receive individual attention.
Be in the classroom before children arrive unless assigned another duty by a supervisor.
Ensure the safety of the classroom, playground, restrooms, and classroom and outdoor equipment.
Make effective use of volunteer help.
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 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.
Maintain current CPR and First Aid training/certification.
Assist with daily activities, including staff/child ratios, discipline, and child 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 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.