About This Role
We're looking for a reliable and adaptable Substitute Teacher to fill in for our daycare classrooms when needed. As a key support staff, the ideal candidate will help maintain a secure, supportive, and engaging environment for young children, ensuring daily routines and activities run smoothly in the absence of the regular teacher. This role requires supervising children, assisting with age-appropriate learning activities, supporting social and emotional development, and following established lesson plans and center policies. Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for early childhood care are essential.
What You'll Do
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Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
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Maintain daily classroom routines, schedules, and behavior expectations.
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Implement lesson plans and activities provided by the lead teacher or director.
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Engage children in age-appropriate educational, play, and creative activities.
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Assist with meals, snacks, diapering, toileting, and nap time as needed.
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Monitor and support children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs.
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Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques.
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Communicate effectively with daycare staff regarding classroom needs or concerns.
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Follow all center policies, state regulations, and health and safety procedures.
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Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
Requirements
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At least 2 credits or one noncredit, department-approved course in early childhood education before completing 240 cumulative hours of work as a substitute.
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Is at least 18 years of age.
Nice To Haves
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Experience as a lead teacher in a daycare.
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Associates degree or higher education.
