Substitute Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Genuine interest in working with and supporting young children.
• Previous experience working with children ages zero to five in a professional, educational, caregiving, community, or family setting.
• Dependable attendance and a commitment to maintaining a consistent schedule.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Patience, sound judgment, and the ability to respond calmly and positively to the needs of young children.

Nice To Haves

• Related coursework, training, or experience in education or child care is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with full-time ELC staff to support the implementation of daily educational plans.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Engage children in play-based learning and meaningful interactions.
• Actively supervise children and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Model positive behavior, communication, and respectful interactions.
• Assist with classroom routines and daily transitions, including group activities, mealtimes, rest, and outdoor play.
• Follow health and safety policies and practice universal precautions and infection-control procedures, including appropriate handwashing, sanitation, diapering, and food-handling procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and ELC operations.
• Comply with University of Delaware, Delaware Office of Child Care Licensing, and ELC policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.