What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Teachers for Early Childhood in Trenton & Princeton position at Mercer County Early Childhood Education Shared Services Alliance?
Compensation: Starts at $125 per day. **Credentials and experience may increase daily rate.**
Work Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm
Do you enjoy working with young children? Are you looking for a flexible work schedule? With multiple locations in Mercer County, various positions are available daily. Choose the dates and sites that work best for you!
A Substitute Preschool Teacher is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom for children five years old and under.
Duties
An understanding of a student’s cognitive, social, emotional and physical development is beneficial to ensure a safe and stimulating classroom environment where they are actively engaged and encouraged to succeed. The Teacher must be skilled in communicating with both children and adults to meet needs, effectively guide, and resolve concerns.
Additional duties include:
· Supervising students in and out of the classroom, including on the playground.
· Ensuring all center policies and state regulations are met.
· Maintaining a healthy environment including appropriate hygiene & cleanliness standards, and safety and security of the children.
· Implementing teacher lesson plans.
· Following the classroom schedule.
· Maintaining accurate records, forms and files.
· Changing diapers/helping children with toileting as necessary.
· Working cohesively with additional teachers in the classroom
· Obtaining CPR and First Aid training.
Requirements
Must complete appropriate paperwork, clear full background check, pass health screening and have any of the following:
- High School Diploma.
- ParaPro Certification or 48-60 college credits.
- NJ Substitute Teacher Certificate.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- NJ Standard Teaching Certification.
Nice To Haves
· Bilingual a plus.
· Knowledge of the Creative Curriculum.
· Preschool teaching experience.
Benefits
· Competitive pay.
· Flexible schedule: No nights or weekends. Choose jobs that work around classes or when your kids are in school!
· Daily 30-minute paid lunch break.
· Small, safe environment.
· Orientation with supportive staff.
· Our work is meaningful. We make a difference in children’s lives every day!
Salary : $125 - $200