SSPS Early Learning Center​/Floater (Daycare) (ECEC Site) 2026-2027

Sand Springs Public Schools Early Learning Center Floater (Daycare)

Position for the  school year.

Location:

Early Childhood Center

1701 E Park Rd Sand Springs, OK 74063

Days and

Hours:

182 days/ 8 hours daily/will follow the SSPS academic calendar for days on and off work

Supervisor:
Site Principal Lisa Banks and Director of Early Learning Center Chelsea 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, as required by the position.

Position-specific responsibilities:

Teachers:

have the primary responsibility for the direct care of children; and

participate in:

lesson plan development and implementation;

classroom arrangement;

parent communication and family engagement; and

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 outlined in DHS Regulations for a licensed daycare facility.

Classification:
Non-Exempt

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

Typical duties may include:

• Move from classroom to classroom as needed.

• 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 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.

• Develops a positive relationship with each child and promotes the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.

• Responsible for assisting the Master Teacher with implementing policies and procedures, regulations, and daily operations guidelines, 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…