Substitute Teacher

B*ambino University, is a year-round nature based early childhood program, serving infants through schoolage. We are located in the beautiful woods of Reading/Perkinsville, Vermont. Early childhood is a time of wondrous intellectual development as well as social and emotional learning. Children are explorers and investigators. As caring educators, we provide a diverse, natural environment for their pursuits. We spend most of our days outdoors. Our operating hours are 7:00am - 5:30pm.*

Overview
We are seeking dedicated Substitute Teachers to join our team and support various classrooms in the absence of the regular teacher. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the education and development of students in a dynamic learning environment.

Duties

Responsibilities of this position will include but are not necessarily limited to the following:
*Provide young children with a nurturing, safe, and healthy environment to help them develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally in a manner developmentally appropriate and in relationship to the overall goal of social competency.

*Work collaboratively and as a team with volunteers, substitute teachers and floating teachers to ensure they are following state and program guidelines, regulations and expectations.

*Observe, document and encourage childrens long term learning and development to support emergent curriculum in the areas; of building self-confidence, problem solving, social justice and active citizenship skills.

*Coordinate and collaborate with co-teacher to create and maintain a safe, responsive and healthy physical environment that fosters the physical, emotional and cognitive development of young children.

*Proactively communicate effectively, professionally and respectfully with team members, administrators and families.

*Facilitate parent-teacher conferences biannually

*Actively supervise and engage with children while keeping them safe at all times.

*Create and maintain an environment that is clean, organized, responsive, inviting, welcoming and safe for all children and families

* Implement lesson plans provided by the absent teacher effectively
* Maintain a positive and respectful learning environment for students
* Manage classroom behavior and ensure a productive learning atmosphere
* Provide assistance to students in understanding subject matter
* Communicate with school staff regarding any concerns or issues that arise during the day
Requirements
*Demonstrate understanding of the developmental needs of children from birth to six years old; responsiveness to the intellectual, emotional and social needs of children; ability to work with groups of children

*Show flexibility to work as a team member and a part of a learning community.

*Love and respect for children, teachers and the important work of early childhood education

*Must be at least 18 yrs. of age.

*Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50 lbs

*Meet annual professional development requirements, per Vermont state regulations.

*Willingness to continue professional education in Early Childhood Education or related field.

*Complete First Aid/CPR training upon hire

Nice To Haves

Degree or willingness to seek Early Childhood Education preffered. The successful candidate will demonstrate an understanding of child development, best practices within a nature-based environment, creative problem solving, flexibility, and a love of children. We are a strong team of passionate educators, committed to social justice.

Benefits
*20 days accrued paid leave annually (sick/personal) (if hired full time)

*An additional 24 paid days for program closures and holidays

*Professional development opportunities

*Wage/salary commensurate with experience & credentials

*Annual bonuses, as grant funding allows

*Work within an incredible team of dedicated professionals

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No weekends
• On call
• Weekdays
• Weekends & holidays off

Ability to Relocate:

• Cavendish, VT 05142: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18