Substitute Teacher, Preschool

Position: Substitute Teacher

Applicants shall possess the skills and abilities necessary to support each child's physical, intellectual, personal, emotional and social development. Creative, energetic and dedicated candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities and Functions:

• Facilitate lesson plans, daily routines, and activities with all students based on the plans left by the Lead Teacher of the specific classroom.
• Attend classes of the Early Childhood Center (I.e. Music Class) and remain with assigned class during all scheduled school and working hours.
• Model appropriate classroom management skills.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the classroom, returning equipment to its proper storage place, daily. Set up the classroom and put equipment and materials away, when students are not present.
• Follow the established curriculum guide provided by the Director.
• Establish a rapport with each child with whom s/he is working. The Teacher should foster self-confidence and a love of learning in each student.
• Complete opening and closing cleaning procedures for the classroom. Extra cleaning duties as assigned.
• Fulfill other duties as requested by the Director or the Head of Staff.

Requirements:

• Must be available on short notice to fulfill Substitute Teacher responsibilities. This will be on a temporary basis to cover staff absences that may or may not be scheduled in advance.
• Master's Degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education and/or NYS Teacher Certification, preferred.
• Active Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or Associate Degree in a field related to Early Childhood Education, preferred.
• Must possess high school diploma, or equivalent.
• 2 years in Early Childhood Education Experience, preferred.
• CPR and First Aid Certification, preferred.
• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where learning and playing flourish.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Conflict/mediation skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Planning and time management skills, as well as excellent computer and technology skills.
• Leader, team player, and initiator with an approachable presence.
• Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

How to Apply for this Position:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references via email to e c c (at) n m p r e s (dot) o r g . Thank you for your consideration!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On call

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15