Job Description

Substitute teachers support the classrooms at Westwood Academy when an employee is out. Subs may work in toddler or preschool classrooms and may perform housekeeping duties as well. Substitute teachers are essential to our success and are valuable, integrated members of our community.

Key Duties: Classroom Floater

· Be available for pre-scheduled and short notice need for classroom coverage

· Provide a safe and joyful learning environment for all children

· Closely follow the instructions for classroom routines and expectations provided by each lead teacher

· Follow school curriculum and programming, always in alignment with the school’s defined values

· Ensure the daily schedule is followed and that all children have ample opportunities for play, creativity, rest, food, outdoor time, and socialization

· Monitor the Preschool classroom bathroom and ensure children are supported with toileting and changing clothes as needed throughout the day

· Monitor toddlers for signals they need to use the toilet or need a clean pull up, ensure they are changed without delay and their hands are washed before they return to the classroom

· Facilitate a culture of abuse prevention by following all child abuse prevention guidelines and holding colleagues accountable for doing the same

· Maintain all required professional development records and ensure the PDIS system is regularly updated

· Always maintain compliance with childcare licensing and health department regulations

Qualifications

· Assistant Teacher Qualified in the state of Colorado is preferred but not required

· First Aid & CPR Certified or willing to become certified

· Clean criminal background check

Physical Requirements

· Lift and turn carrying up to 50lbs

· Sit on the floor for extended periods

· Lift arms overhead to place or retrieve items from high shelves or cabinets

· Engage in fine motor activity including but not limited to changing diapers, pulling zippers, closing buttons, demonstrating pincer grasp, and using writing utensils and eating utensils

· Spend up to two hours outdoors in cold and hot temperatures

· Reasonable accommodations are available upon request

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends & holidays off

School type:

• Montessori

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
• Have you ever been investigated by Child Protective Services?

Ability to Commute:

• Denver, CO 80226 (Required)

Work Location: In person