TEACHER (SUBSTITUTE)

NHA•San Diego, CA

15d

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Site Supervisor or Teacher, the Substitute Teacher assists with instruction for preschool-aged children. The role provides substitute teaching and supports a safe, welcoming classroom environment with developmentally appropriate learning experiences. The Substitute Teacher assists with lesson planning, child assessment and records, daily care routines, parent engagement, and coordination with community resources. The position is on call, with possible contact by email or phone as early as 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

Completion of an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Possession of a valid Teacher or higher-level permit.
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, families, and the community.
Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to read, write, and speak English.
Sensitivity to the needs of culturally and ethnically diverse groups.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Must meet state law and county licensing requirements for childcare-center employment, including fingerprints, TB screening, physical examination, and immunizations.
Must obtain Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification within 90 days of assignment.
Regular use of written and oral communication, observation, and interaction with staff, clients, children, and parents.
Physical ability to use hands and arms for handling or operating computers, objects, tools, or controls; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching; frequent talking or hearing; and lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
Ability to perform the described visual tasks, including close and distance vision and adjusting focus to view documents.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing weekly lesson plans that integrate developmentally appropriate preschool activities, reflect the Head Start curriculum and philosophy, and comply with Performance Standards.
Help develop and maintain a safe, pleasing environment that supports children's physical, social, emotional, and intellectual growth.
Provide breaks and planning time for Teachers and other classroom staff.
Assist with screening each child using appropriate assessment tools and developing IEPs for children with special needs.
Prepare monthly reports on attendance, excused absences, daily sign-in/out sheets, in-kind contributions, and CACFP meal counts.
Help ensure children's daily hygiene needs are met by modeling tooth brushing, hand washing, bathroom use, and mealtime routines.
Conduct home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
Participate in cross-component tasks and work with community resources to identify child and family needs and make referrals.
Supervise outdoor play and field trips, and help ensure the safety of the classroom and outdoor playground.
Provide emotional support and encourage children's self-esteem.
Provide substitute teaching for preschool-aged children and support educational enrichment, daily classroom activities, student data maintenance, and parent involvement, including meetings and in-service training.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the current supervisor.