Long Term Substitute Teacher
On-siteJohnson City, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers while supervising classroom and outdoor activities. Collaborate with parents to identify learning opportunities, model communication skills, and facilitate family-style mealtimes as curriculum activities. Maintain strict confidentiality, document child development progress, and report suspected abuse in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and DFPS regulations. Coordinate Part C services for children with special needs and refer families to local agencies. Accurately submit paperwork, progress reports, and monthly In-Kind records to the supervisor. Participate in parent orientation, committee meetings, and home visits as required. This role supports INK's mission to provide comprehensive early childhood education and family services through partnerships with school districts and innovative curricula.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Infant/Toddler CDA (Child Development Associate) certification
- First Aid and CPR certifications
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 60 pounds
- Ability to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage in physical play in various learning environments
- Ability to handle moderate to loud noise level in work environment
- Ability and consent for up to 50% travel by car, bus, airplane, or train to attend conferences, meetings, and other duties carried out at distant locations in and out of state, and in some cases where overnight travel may be required
- Ability to work occasional evening or weekend, as required for events, such as home visits, parent- teacher conferences, parent committee meetings, community events, and social events such as field trips
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Complete and pass health examination
- Confirm work eligibility status
- Successfully pass driving history check
- Clear criminal background check
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
- We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
- Ability to work in diverse environments
- Extensive knowledge and skills in the field of early childhood development
- Extensive computer knowledge of Word & Excel, also the ability to access e-mail and the willingness to learn new programs as needed
- Ability to supervise classroom, staff, and volunteers
- Knowledge of the state and federal regulations pertaining to child abuse and neglect and DFPS Child Care licensing requirements
- Knowledge of local resources and families' cultures
- Ability to be responsive to the needs of children and to work well with staff, children, and parents/families
- Ability to plan, organize and implement classroom activities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to maintain accurate records, which reflect the program requirements and progress of children
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and positive attitude in the field of early childhood education
- Ability to exhibit patience and tact when communicating with children, families, staff, management, referral sources and the public
- Ability to project professionalism in conducting daily activities
- Ability to read and follow Performance Standards, Program Policies & Procedures, DFPS Child Care Licensing regulations and emails daily
- Knowledge of basic food preparation, serving and sanitation procedures
- Knowledge of current car seat safety regulations and laws for use when transporting children and families in approved agency vehicles
- Understanding that this position may be exposed to communicable diseases and other hazards such as cigarette smoke, pets, at-risk neighborhoods, etc.
Desired Qualifications
- Prefer 2 years of related experience in the Early Head Start preschool classroom setting
- Current or former Head Start employees, students, and parents will receive hiring preference, if qualified
- Prefer bilingual (Spanish)
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