On-Call Substitute Teacher- EHS & HS

On
- Call Substitute Teacher (Up to 29 hours a Week)

About the role:

In alignment with Clayton Early Learning's mission, the on-call substitute teacher is responsible for assisting in the delivery of effective teaching elements and practices within the established program. As directed by the classroom teaching staff, the on-call substitute teacher assists in managing the classroom environment and supports in providing quality educational services to students using a basic understanding of teaching practices.

This role is on an as needed basis with hours that will shift day to day to the needs of classroom coverage at Clayton.

Clayton Early Learning is a leading nonprofit dedicated to providing children from birth to five with an exceptional start and empowering families for lifelong success. We directly serve approximately 500 children annually through our school, home-based programs, and community partnership sites. As a proud member of the Educare Learning Network and the Head Start community, we are deeply committed to providing high quality early childhood education through a whole-child, whole-family approach.

Our unique location on a 20-acre historic campus in Denver is the foundation for our strategic vision to become a thriving neighborhood center to serve the community more fully, addressing needs including food security and health care access. Our team of over 125 dedicated professionals works in a supportive environment of collaboration, innovation, and personal growth.

• Substitutes in infant/toddler or preschool classrooms as needed in a professional manner by actively participating as a teacher in classrooms as assigned. Relieve teachers for breaks, lunches, training, meetings, planning/coaching, and other absences and to maintain ratios.
• Provides support to classroom teachers in execution of classroom duties and student engagement.
• Assists in the supervision of 8-16 students with the classroom, which may include some students with disabilities and or behavioral difficulties.
• Follows the Conscious Discipline model for effective teaching and learning.
• Communicate with the Program Coordinator/Mentor Coaches when issues arrive in the classroom or with the daily schedule.

• Effectively implements Educare's core features within the classroom.
• Strongly adheres to the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.
• Maintains proper teaching credentials.

• Provides routine care for students such as changing diapers or assisting with toileting.
• Participate in the serving and clean-up of meals and snacks.
• Eat meals and snacks together "family style" with the students.
• Administers first aid/CPR when needed.
• Maintains updated professional skills in child development.
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the quality of Clayton Educare education programs.
• Prepares action reports and provides them to Nutrition, Health, and Wellness specialists as needed

• High School diploma required.
• Must possess a level 2 certification in the PDIS system OR have completed ECE 101 and ECE 103

• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children in a classroom, childcare, or early childhood education setting.
• Experience supporting daily classroom routines, supervising children, leading age-appropriate activities, and adapting quickly to different classroom environments as an on-call substitute teacher.

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including CBI/FBI fingerprinting. Child abuse and neglect state registry, MVR and a national sex offender registry check every 5 years.
• Must have a valid license driver's license with evidence of active vehicle insurance
• Pediatric first aid and CPR certification
• Current PPD-TB testing, standard immunizations, and annual health statement, or willingness to obtain as required
• Participate in training programs, workshops, and meetings related to the role
• Maintains strong technology proficiency and quickly adapts to new systems, applications, and digital solutions.

• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the organization's mission and values
• Exhibits accountability and ownership by taking responsibility for commitments, actions, and results.
• Creates a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment for children, families, and employees.
• Communicates clearly and professionally, verbally and in writing, while building…