SUBSTITUTE

COMMUNITY BRIDGES•SantaCruz, CA

67d•$24 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute provides scheduled classroom coverage for children under the general supervision of the Division Director and direct supervision of a Site Supervisor. Assignments may include covering a teacher’s absence, rotating among programs to provide teacher release time, covering vacations, or temporarily filling a vacant teacher position. The Substitute assists teaching staff with child supervision, daily routines, positive conflict resolution, curriculum activities, and classroom transitions. On-site attendance during scheduled work hours is required. This is an on-call, FLSA non-exempt position represented by the SEIU bargaining unit.

Requirements

Qualify for a Child Development Associate Teacher permit or higher under the State of California CDD Matrix.
Have 12 Early Childhood Education units, including core courses in Curriculum, Child Family & Community, and Child Growth Development, to meet the minimum Associate Teacher permit requirements.
Have at least 50 days of paid or unpaid experience in a child care setting within the previous two years to meet the minimum Associate Teacher permit requirements.
Maintain an active permit, including completing at least 105 hours of professional growth every five years.
Know methods, philosophy, and techniques of early childhood education, as well as report preparation and record keeping.
Be able to plan, organize, and implement a developmentally appropriate program for children.
Work effectively and respectfully with coworkers as part of a team.
Hold valid CPR certification and Pediatric First Aid training certification, or be willing to obtain both within 30 days of employment.
Be fingerprinted, complete a Child Abuse Index Check form, and receive criminal clearance before beginning employment.
Complete a health screen and TB test and submit the results within seven days of employment.
Provide transcripts of college courses before beginning employment.
Sign a Mandated Reporter agreement requiring the employee to report suspected child abuse.
Have a valid California driver’s license, access to a motor vehicle for work-related incidental driving, and insurance.
Be proficient in English.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds; stoop, bend, kneel, push, pull, turn the body quickly, and frequently get up and down from ground level; and stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Fluent bilingual/biliterate English and Spanish; a bilingual/biliterate differential is available upon passing an HR-administered test.

Responsibilities

Provide for the health and safety of children.
Create and maintain an age-appropriate indoor and outdoor environment.
Foster children’s self-help, problem-solving, and positive conflict-resolution skills.
Assist Teachers in planning and implementing weekly curriculum plans appropriate to children’s developmental needs.
Use a supportive approach to manage children, including children with physical limitations, developmental or learning delays, and emotional challenges.
Respond calmly and appropriately to undesirable behavior, such as hitting, kicking, throwing things, spitting, or name-calling.
React quickly and properly to keep children safe, including during emergencies.
Assist with setup, serving, and cleanup of snacks and meals.
Assist with indoor and outdoor setup and cleanup, and with opening and closing the center.
Comply with agency Personnel Policies and health and safety standards in the Employee Injury and Illness Prevention Program handbook.
Remain knowledgeable about emergency and disaster plans and specific responsibilities during an emergency or disaster.
Know the locations of and how to use emergency water, electricity, and gas shutoffs.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with parents, staff, and volunteers, including people from different racial, cultural, and ethnic groups and backgrounds.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.