TEACHER-EARLY HEAD START (SUBSTITUTE)

Neighborhood House Association • San Diego, CA

63d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or Teacher, assists in the instruction of the pre-school aged children.

Requirements

• Knowledge of appropriate child development theories and practices;
• Ability to create and maintain a safe learning environment for children and others;
• Ability to work effectively with children, parents, family, and community;
• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Must be sensitive to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups.
• Completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university; plus possession of a valid Teacher (or higher level) permit or the ability to obtain permit within 90 days of hire. Three (3) units of demonstrated coursework in Infant and Toddler required.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to read, write and speak English. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Area Directors/Site Supervisors, staff, and parents.
• While performing the duties of this job, a substitute is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; observe; and interact with staff, clients, children and parents.
• Certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR must be met within 90 days of assignment. Must meet and maintain state law, and county licensing requirements regarding employment in a childcare center (fingerprints, TB, physical, immunizations).

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing weekly lesson plans, which integrate activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschool children, reflect an integrated Head Start curriculum and philosophy, and comply with the Performance Standards;
• Assists in developing and maintaining a safe and pleasing environment for the children which facilitates their ability to grow physically, socially, emotionally, and intellectually;
• Provides breaks and planning time for Teachers, and other classroom staff;
• Assists in screening each child using appropriate assessment tools;
• Assists in developing IEP’s for children with special needs;
• Prepares monthly reports on attendance, excused absences, daily sign in/out sheets, in-kind, CACFP meal count;
• Assists in ensuring that daily hygiene needs are met by modeling such routines as tooth brushing, hand washing, use of the bathroom, and meal times;
• Conducts home visits and parent/teacher conferences;
• Participates in cross-component tasks; works with community resources to identify child/family needs and refers to proper resources for assistance;
• Supervises outdoor play environment and field trips;
• Assists in ensuring the safety of the classroom as well as the outdoor playground;
• Provides emotional support and encourages high self-esteem in the children;
• Must be available on an on-call basis, expecting an email/phone call as early as 6:30 a.m.;
• Performs other related duties as assigned by current supervisor.
• Provide substitute teaching for pre-school age children;
• Provide environment and experiences that maximize learning of each child at his or her development level;
• Involve parents in child's activities in and out of the classroom;
• Assist in planning and supervising daily classroom activities;
• Assist in maintaining student data;
• Assist in providing educational enrichment activities for children;
• Assist in supporting parents through meetings and in-service training.

Benefits

• 15 Holidays Days
• 401(K) Retirement 6% Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement up $2,500
• 2 Personal Days
• Group Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Agency-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Live Well Program
• 4 Paid Days Annual Bereavement (Note Total of 5 days of bereavement leave per loss)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
• Voluntary Benefits: Life and AD&D Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Medical and dental benefits are provided to regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees