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

Sand Springs Public Schools Substitute Daycare Teacher

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.

Position-specific responsibilities:

• Have the primary responsibility for the direct care of children
• Participate in lesson plan development and implementation
• Classroom arrangement
• Parent communication and family engagement
• Program development and evaluation

Position-specific professional development:

Teachers obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification requirements, per OAC 340:110-3-284

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:

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:

• Accompanies students during meals and assists students with getting and eating meals and cleaning up after meals.
• Monitors students during nap times.
• 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, including developmentally appropriate practices.
• 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 children's optimal growth and development
• Observe and maintain records on each child to assess skills, interests, and needs, and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.
• Establish a positive relationship with each child's parent and/or guardian and share information about the child's day while attending the childcare.
• Conduct and/or assist the Director during staff/parent meetings.
• Assist the teacher in fully implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and inclusion of children with disabilities and special needs, as needed.
• Responsible for assisting the Center Director and the Director in implementing parent involvement activities.
• Maintain dignity, empowerment, and respect with all children, parents, callers, staff, and volunteers.
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