What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute (HS/EHS) position at AVANCE-Houston?
TAKE NOTE: This position is PART TIME!
Flexibility is necessary as assignment locations may vary.
Position Summary:
The Substitute will assist the classroom staff in implementing a structured classroom on an as needed basis. The substitute is responsible for aiding the teacher in the implementation of the daily schedule and routine, leading activities, ensuring safety and security of children, and supervision of children. The substitute will develop nurturing relationships with the children within a context of consistency and structured routines. Assist teacher promote school readiness and sets appropriate goals that address the social-emotional, cognitive, language/literacy, perpetual motor and physical development, and approaches to learning. Assist teacher to develop individual learning goals. Assist teacher to successfully implement strategies that include positive reinforcement, active supervision, and parent and/or family engagement.
The substitute must be able to work a flexible schedule to include different locations as needed. Substitutes may work an average of 25 hours per week. Must not exceed more than 29 hours per week. Must be available for assignment. If the Substitute declines an assignment 3 times it will be considered a voluntary resignation.
Job Functions:
- Adapt teaching methods to fit the needs of each individual student
- Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground and in the cafeteria
- Provide in-class and at-home assignments based on the available lesson plan
- Follow lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher to create a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
- Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment
- Assist in maintaining records on each child’s progress and development and compliance with the Head Start Standards.
- Maintain daily attendance of children and staff in each classroom.
- Assists the teacher in implementing the daily lesson plans for assigned curriculum.
- Maintain a well-organized, safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the regulations and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of an early childhood setting.
- Observe each child daily to assess skills, interests, and needs and use this information to facilitate learning and growth.
- Assist in providing children with play activities designed to encourage children’s curiosity, exploration, and problem solving.
- Ensure each child’s personal hygiene by changing diapers/clothing when necessary, and teaching them hand washing skills.
- Assist in cleaning and organizing the child care rooms at the end of the day.
- As needed, assist in conducting home visits and parent conference and work cooperatively and effectively as a team member.
- As needed, assist in planning and implementing the daily program of activities based on principles of child development and in accordance with the program’s curriculum. Assist in creating interactive parent-child activity materials.
- Ensure all children are supervised at all times.
- Establish a positive relationship with each child’s family and share information about the child’s day at the Center.
- Able to travel for business related activities.
- Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance in compliance with AVANCE-Houston policies and/or procedures, local, state, and federal laws.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Education: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Experience: One-year experience in a licensed childcare facility. Head Start experience a plus.