WAE - Substitute

Louisiana State University

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About The Position

College of Human Sciences & Education Early Childhood Education Laboratory Preschool Wages as Earned - Non Exempt Substitute Job Duties: Duties of this position include, but are not limited to: responsibility for the care and education of a group of children; implementation of the curriculum; implementing program activities as directed; communicating with parents. 50% Engage in responsive, nurturing interactions with children • Provide supervision and care to children during daily activities and routines • Implement the program curriculum as directed by the Lead Teacher or Associate Director • Conduct developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in a safe environment 45% Maintain a clean and orderly physical environment • Communicate with parents regarding the growth and development of their children • Maintain confidentiality of children, parents, and fellow staff members • Know and comply with the policies and procedures of the center 5% Other duties assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• a CDA/ECE Ancillary Certificate OR experience working with children in a learning and development setting
• Must comply with Department of Education criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must perform a pre-employment physical
• Due to the nature and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to alcohol/drug testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.
• Must be able to sit/sit on the floor, stoop, kneel, crouch and stand for extended periods of time.
• Capable of lifting, holding children and/or items that weigh 20 to 40 lbs or more and possibly to different parts of the building on occasion.
• Must be capable of completing daily housekeeping tasks (sweeping, removing trash, washing materials and food preparation).
• Willingness to get messy during activity time.
• Willingness to sing in front of children.

Responsibilities

• Engage in responsive, nurturing interactions with children
• Provide supervision and care to children during daily activities and routines
• Implement the program curriculum as directed by the Lead Teacher or Associate Director
• Conduct developmentally appropriate activities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old in a safe environment
• Maintain a clean and orderly physical environment
• Communicate with parents regarding the growth and development of their children
• Maintain confidentiality of children, parents, and fellow staff members
• Know and comply with the policies and procedures of the center
• Other duties assigned

Benefits

• health, life, dental, and vision insurance
• flexible spending accounts
• retirement options
• various leave options
• paid holidays
• wellness benefits
• tuition exemption for qualified positions
• training and development opportunities
• employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED