SSPS Early Learning Center​/Substitute Daycare Teacher; ECEC Site

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

Job Description

School Year

Position: Sand Springs Public Schools Substitute Daycare Teacher

Location: Early Childhood Center

Address : 1701 E Park Rd, Sand Springs, OK 74063

Status: Nonexempt

Hours: As needed for coverage assistance / will follow SSPS academic calendar for days on and off work

Supervisor: Site Principal Lisa Banks and Director of Early Learning Center Chelesa Taylor

Reports to: Director of Sand Springs Public Schools Early Learning Center and ECEC Building Principal

Qualifications for a Substitute Teacher: Must be at least 18 years old and have an HS diploma or GED or be in the process of receiving a GED for a period not to exceed 12 months, pass a yearly National Criminal Background Check, and meet all other requirements set by the Department of Human Services, in accordance with the position.

Teacher:

• At least 18 years of age
• Have at least a high school diploma, GED, or licensing-approved equivalent; or completed 10th grade and are in the process of obtaining a GED for a period not to exceed 12 months from employment

Position-specific responsibilities.

• Direct care of children
• Lesson plan development and implementation
• Classroom arrangement
• Parent communication and family engagement
• Program development and evaluation

Teachers must obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification requirements, per OAC
340:110-3-284. Teachers assuming the position:

• On or after November 1, 2016, get the certification within three months
• Before November 1, 2016, and obtain the certificate before November 1, 2017
• (Will compensate for certifications)

Job Goal: Providing care and supervision for infants through preschool children throughout the day.

Following the laws and guidelines by DHS Regulations for a licensed daycare facility.

Classification: Nonexempt

Evaluation: Annually by Supervising Teacher/Director and Site Principal

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements:

• Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead, above the shoulder, and horizontally
• Repetitive use of fingers and hands to grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students
• Lift/move up to 75 pounds

Occasional Requirements: Lift/move up to 75 pounds

Visual Requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Note - these duties vary based on individual student needs and individualized education plans.

Typical duties may include:

• Accompanies students during meals and assists students with getting and eating meals and cleaning up after meals.
• Cleans and maintains an efficient work area.
• Assists with instruction, errands, and copies related to an assigned student(s).
• Alerts the Director of concerns related to the student.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information.
• Complies with all federal, state, and local laws, board policies, and procedures.
• Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.
• Assists the Director in monitoring students' progress.
• Assists the Director in observing, recording, and charting behavior.
• Assists the Director with crisis problems and behavior management.
• Supervises children in the hallway, lunchroom, classroom, and playground.
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.
• Responsible for assisting the Master Teacher with the full implementation of policies and procedures, regulations, and guidelines in the day-to-day operations.
• Assist the Director in reviewing each child's progress and developing written plans to promote each child's growth and development.
• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and attractive classroom environment conducive to the…