Substitute Teacher, FEC

In the Family Enrichment Center (FEC), substitute teachers will work on an "as needed" basis, and will assume the responsibilities and duties of teachers or master teachers. They will be responsible for maintaining a safe and stimulating educational environment, following the classrooms' daily schedule, implementing lesson plans, responding to children's individual needs, record keeping, and housekeeping duties. They will also model, guide and oversee teaching assistants and students, as well as communicate daily with parents.

This is an "on call" position and does not guarantee regular hours.

* Twelve (12) credit hours of Early Childhood Education or Child Development courses

* Minimum of 2 years experience working with children birth through age 5 or equivalent combination of education and experience

* Ability to meet the developmental needs of children birth through age 5 in a nurturing and supportive manner

* Knowledge and experience developing hands-on activities, encouraging problem-solving, and promoting a positive learning atmosphere in the classroom

* Experience establishing successful relationships with parents

* Knowledge of, and respect for, children's individual differences and learning styles

* Good oral and written communication skills

* Preferred expectation of Associate's degree or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or Child Development

* Work experience in a community college/higher education work environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and competencies listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.