Substitute Teacher

Summary

The Substitute Teacher helps Lead Teachers throughout the day so that the children have a successful learning experience, and the classroom runs smoothly.

• Works when scheduled and arrives on time.
• Follows child/teacher ratios.
• Dresses appropriately for position; neat appearance & follows dress code.
• Maintains confidentiality concerning children/families/staff information.
• Maintains professional working relationships with other staff members.
• Works as a collaborator with flexibility (within classroom, pod, & center).
• Maintains positive and open relationship with office/administrative staff. Has an overall cheerful outlook.
• Follows lead teacher directions/responsibilities as given and accepts constructive criticism.
• Is familiar with and follows center policies.

• Presents a friendly and warm demeanor. Gets down on the floor/same level with the children.
• Shows respect for individuals and promotes/reinforces positive behavior and communications.
• Avoids labeling of children.
• Sensitive to children’s moods; adjusts standards when children are fatigued or over‑stimulated.
• Speaks to children using positive phrases and tone; limits the use of "no," "don’t," "stop" (ex: "Blocks are for building" vs. "Stop throwing blocks").
• Good sanitary practices (handwashing for self and children, clean faces, clean diapers, etc.).

• Fulfills the job responsibilities of the position they are subbing for (Lead or Assistant Teacher, Aide).
• Helps lead teacher in following classroom schedule/routine.
• Implements lesson plans/learning centers when Lead Teacher is absent.
• Supports children in learning centers/lesson plan activities.
• Supplies a variety of activities/materials for children at any given time (allows for choices).
• Maintains a clean, safe, and presentable classroom and is aware of safety/health precautions for children.
• Displays patience; deals with the act – not the child in disciplinary situations; uses logical consequences.
• Helps daily with snack, meal, naptimes, diapering and toileting children.
• Help daily with classroom chores including washing and disinfecting tables, washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, cleaning classroom toilet/sinks, washing classroom windows/doors, and gathering the garbage.

• Listens and responds appropriately to parents/families.
• Seeks partnership and is approachable with parents/families.
• Greets families with a smile.
• Communicates with details of a child’s day (not just "he/she had a good day").

• Attends regular staff meetings.
• Meets or exceeds State requirements in fulfilling continuing education hours.
• Follows State regulations in the classroom.
• Seeks new educational improvement opportunities and uses new instructional strategies.

Education:

High School Diploma

Technology/Equipment:
Cell phone, tablet

Education:

Some College preferred

Experience and/or Training:
Childcare experience preferred;
Introduction to the Childcare Profession, Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher, Fundamentals of Infant/Toddler Care, Abusive Head Trauma Training, Mandated Reporter Training, CPR/AED

Technology/Equipment:
Same as above

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Speak and hear communications.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds.
• May be needed to work hours outside of the typical workday.
• Organizational skills for the generation of detailed reports, documentation, etc.
• Ability to interact professionally with parents and staff.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

• Birthday Gift Card
• Back to School Dinner
• Teacher Appreciation Dinner
• No weekends, evenings, or holidays

• 403b Contribution
• Longevity Bonus
• FSA
• Reduced Tuition
• Insurance Reimbursement

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