Substitute Teacher Aide

Reports to:

Center Supervisor
Department:
Early Childhood Services

The Substitute Teacher Aide travels to a variety of early learning classrooms within our Southeast Kansas area. You will provide children with the necessary academic, social, and behavior skills, while adjusting their teaching to the individual needs of each student in the classroom. This position supports continuity of children’s education and care by providing classroom support to ensure appropriate adult/child ratios, while supporting a safe environment that encourages play, exploration, and learning, using a variety of resources.

You will work as an effective team member on each site as assigned and implement guidance given from Lead Teacher and/or Center Manager on site. This position is provided with a weekly schedule and uses an agency assigned vehicle to drive from their home to assigned centers.

• Engage with children in ways that support their language development, learning, and overall growth.
• Demonstrate patience and understanding based on each child's developmental level.
• Ensure active supervision of children using indoor/outdoor zoning and by assisting in multiple classrooms as needed.
• Participate in and guide children through mealtime routines, including Family Style Meals and cafeteria transitions.
• Follow all emergency procedures to ensure the safety and well‑being of children and staff during drills or real incidents.

• Collaborate with classroom staff to maintain a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Support the daily schedule and encourage child choice in learning experiences.
• Assist in implementing the agency’s curriculum and social‑emotional strategies to prevent and address challenging behaviors.
• Conduct child observations and accurately document findings in the data system.
• Remain flexible to perform other duties as needed to meet the educational and care needs of children.

• Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, staff, and community partners, both verbally and in writing.
• Foster positive, professional relationships with co‑workers, families, and volunteers.
• Maintain flexibility throughout the workday and adjust to changes in tasks or routines as needed.
• Demonstrate self‑regulation and composure in high‑stress or fast‑paced situations.
• Effectively manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks during busy periods.

• Maintain regular, reliable attendance to ensure consistency and safety for children.
• Demonstrate professionalism by actively advocating for SEK‑CAP, Inc. within the community and serving as a strong advocate for Head Start children and families.
• Respect and support cultural differences and diverse family structures while maintaining strict confidentiality and privacy of all those involved with SEK‑CAP. Through these actions, the Substitute Teacher Aide upholds the agency’s mission and fosters trust, inclusivity, and positive relationships with families and the community.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with co‑workers, community partners, and customers.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic by adhering to schedules, following supervision directives, and complying with all agency policies and procedures.

• Basic computer skills, must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, data entry, email and digital calendars.
• Basic operation skills of general office equipment such as photocopiers, faxes, and phone systems.
• Superior interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse personalities. Tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public and to communicate effectively and clearly both orally and in writing.
• Resourceful and well‑organized.
• Ability to learn and adapt.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent, and/or
• Enrollment in a program leading to a degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or
• A state‑awarded certificate that meets or exceeds CDA requirements,…