ELDC Substitute Teacher, Assistant Teacher and Classroom Aides

Description

• Flexible Schedule
• Make an impact in children’s lives
• Work with fun people
• Grow your career

These positions will care and teach children 0‑5 years of age at local childcare centers in the Sarasota County area on a short‑term basis.

The role is ideal for those looking for flexibility in their work schedule—no weekends. It is also an ideal employment pathway for those interested in starting a career but unsure of where to start. Benefits to becoming a substitute include:

• No experience needed for entry level positions
• Getting paid to play and have fun
• Only a high school diploma or GED required
• Paid, on‑the‑job training, including up to a college degree
• Flexible schedule
• Quick certification for being an Early Learning Teacher with a Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) within 6 months of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides supervision of children in day‑to‑day activities in support of the teacher; ensures health and safety of children.
• Maintains classrooms and play areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner; sets up rooms and areas for various activities according to the teaching plan for the day.
• Maintains open communication and a positive relationship with other staff, parents, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Completes accident or incident reports when appropriate, according to YMCA of Southwest Florida policies and procedures.
• Completes job related work including clocking in and out, beginning and end of day paperwork, mileage log, or surveys.
• Appropriately communicates concerns or issues with immediate supervisor as they arise.
• Cooperates with, and follows through on suggestions/recommendations of, managers, leaders, and specialists to establish a quality comprehensive child/family program.
• Supervises children at all times. Always knows the number of children in your care and their location.
• Maintains child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Reports any request to do otherwise to supervisor immediately.
• Reports child abuse and neglect in accordance with state licensing policies and YMCA policies and procedures.
• Participates and works as a team‑player with all center staff, including but not limited to teacher, co‑workers, supervisor/management, the staff members/specialist in education, health, and family and community partnerships.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Access to the internet.
• Must be able to work as a substitute teacher for at least an average of 4 days a month, or as agreed upon in the employee orientation.

Skills and Ability to:

• Motivate youth and effectively encourage positive behavior.
• Interact and communicate with others effectively (written and verbal).
• Interact positively with the public.
• Plan, modify, and implement quality classrooms for children with knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Know health/sanitation practices regarding meal service and food preparation/service.
• Communicate orally and in writing effectively.
• Keep accurate written records.
• Arrive at work daily and on time.
• Work with limited direction.
• Evaluate situations and make prompt decisions.
• Use classroom management techniques.
• Work with children including those with special needs.
• Be reliable, responsible, and accountable to job requirements.

• A valid and current Florida Childcare Staff Transcript.
• An enjoyment and respect for children, respect for parents, enjoyment of working in collaboration with faculty and staff colleagues, joy and enthusiasm in their work, and a commitment to self‑development in order to become a model worthy of imitation by the children.
• Understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Successfully complete DCF background screening requirements and meet association policies on background screening.