Substitute, Child Care​/Nanny

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Substitute will be responsible for classroom, meal service, dietary, and family educational activities to ensure a quality center-based program for families. Duties vary according to the length of the assignment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Education Substitute Duties:

• Be available to fill in for Early Head Start Teacher, Head Start Teacher Assistant, Extended Day Teacher Assistant, or Center Aide whenever needed.
• Follow suggestions and recommendations of managers, leaders, and specialists to establish a comprehensive child/family program.
• Understand the needs of children in the classroom, including health issues, and make accommodations to support child outcomes.
• Assist in providing developmentally appropriate activities to promote physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development.
• Introduce age-appropriate materials, guide children’s physical growth, and help develop basic concepts as per education, nutrition, health, dental, and mental health plans.
• Support classroom activities such as reading stories, preparing activities, conducting group activities, and alerting teachers to issues.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly classroom and playground environment, report damages, and ensure sanitation.
• Encourage language development, cultural acceptance, positive self-concept, and social skills. Promote appropriate behavior and problem-solving experiences.
• Supervise children at all times, maintain child/staff ratios, and report abuse or neglect per policies.
• Collaborate with staff and participate in activities and meetings.
• Act as a role model and advocate for Head Start children.
• Attend training, staff meetings, and maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in safety drills, and submit reports as required.
• Follow policies and regulations of Head Start, federal, state, and local laws.

Center Aide Substitute Duties:

• Handle meal pickups, ensure food safety, deliver meals, and clean containers.
• Store snacks properly and maintain supplies.
• Drive vehicle for meal and supply transportation, perform safety checks, and keep documentation.
• Coordinate with staff during meal pickup and delivery, and communicate any issues.

NON-ESSENTIAL/SECONDARY FUNCTIONS:

Perform additional duties as assigned. This description provides an overview and is not exhaustive.

JOB STANDARDS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent, complete mandated trainings, obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days, and meet minimum work hours to remain active.

Experience: No experience required.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid Florida driver’s license, insurable, and background checks as required.

Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 65 lbs., standing, sitting, and driving.

Equipment: Computer, office equipment, vehicle.

Skills & Expertise: Knowledge of health and sanitation practices, effective communication, record-keeping, classroom management, and working with children including those with special needs.

Environmental Factors: Work primarily at Head Start facilities, occasional travel, and outdoor work when necessary.