TEACHER (SUBSTITUTE)

NHA•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or Teacher, assists in the instruction of pre-school aged children. This role involves developing and implementing age-appropriate activities, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, and collaborating with parents and staff.

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.
Sensitivity to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups.
Completion of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university.
Possession of a valid Teacher (or higher level) permit.
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.
Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; observe; and interact with staff, clients, children and parents.
Regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills and information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with Association staff and others encountered in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

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 that are developmentally appropriate, integrate Head Start curriculum, and comply with Performance Standards.
Helps create and maintain a safe and stimulating environment that supports children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Provides breaks and planning time for Teachers and other classroom staff.
Assists in screening each child using appropriate assessment tools.
Assists in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for children with special needs.
Prepares monthly reports on attendance, excused absences, daily sign-in/out sheets, in-kind contributions, and CACFP meal counts.
Ensures daily hygiene needs are met by modeling routines such as tooth brushing, hand washing, bathroom use, and meal times.
Conducts home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
Participates in cross-component tasks and works with community resources to identify and refer child/family needs.
Supervises outdoor play environments and field trips.
Ensures the safety of the classroom and outdoor playground.
Provides emotional support and encourages high self-esteem in children.
Is available on an on-call basis, expecting communication as early as 6:30 a.m.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.