Description:
- The Early Learning Collaborative is currently accepting applications for Substitute Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Classroom Aides.
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Flexible Schedule,
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Make an impact in children’s lives,
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Work with fun people,
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Grow your career
These positions will care and teach children 0-5 years of age at local childcare centers in the Sarasota County area on a short-term basis.
The role is ideal for those looking for flexibility in their work schedule-no weekends. It is also an ideal employment pathway for those interested in starting a career but unsure of where to start. Benefits to becoming a substitute include:
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No experience needed for entry level positions
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Getting paid to play and have fun
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Only a high school diploma or GED required
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Paid, on-the-job training, including up to a college degree
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Flexible schedule
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Quick certification for being an Early Learning Teacher with a Florida Child Care Professional Credential (FCCPC) within 6-months of employment.
Requirements:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Provides supervision of children in day-to-day activities in support of the teacher; ensures health and safety of children.
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Maintains classrooms and play areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner; sets up rooms and areas for various activities according to the teaching plan for the day.
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Maintain open communication and a positive relationship with other staff, parents, teachers, and other school personnel.
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Completes accident or incident reports when appropriate, according to YMCA of Southwest Florida policies and procedures.
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Completes job related work including clocking in and out, beginning and end of day paperwork, mileage log, or surveys.
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Appropriately communicate concerns or issues with immediate supervisor as they arise.
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Cooperates with, and follows through on suggestions/recommendations of, managers, leaders, and specialists to establish a quality comprehensive child/family program.
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Supervise children at all times. Always know the number of children in your care and their location.
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Maintains child/staff ratios in accordance with policies and regulations. Report any request to do otherwise to supervisor immediately.
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Reports child abuse and neglect in accordance with state licensing policies and YMCA policies and procedures.
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Participates and works as a team-player with all center staff, including but not limited to teacher, co-workers, supervisor/management, the staff members/specialist in education, health, and family and community partnerships.
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Must have access to reliable transportation.
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Access to the internet
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Ability to work as a substitute teacher least an average of 4 days a month, or as agreed upon in the employee orientation.
Job Qualifications/Requirements
Skills and Ability to:
- Ability to motivate youth and effectively encourage positive behavior.
- Ability to interact and communicate with others effectively (written and verbal).
- Ability to interact positively with the public.
- Ability to plan, modify and implement quality classrooms for children with a knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices,
- Knowledge of health/sanitation practices regarding meal service and food preparation/service.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to keep accurate written records.
- Ability to arrive at work daily and on time.
- Ability to work with limited direction.
- Ability to evaluate situations and make prompt decisions.
- Knowledge of classroom management techniques.
- Ability to work with children including those with special needs.
- Ability to be reliable, responsible, and accountable to job requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A valid and current Florida Childcare Staff Transcript.
- An enjoyment and respect for children, respect for parents, enjoyment of working in collaboration with faculty and staff colleagues, joy and enthusiasm in their work, and a commitment to self-development in order to become a model worthy of imitation by the children.
- Understanding of Developmentally Appropriate Practices
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Successfully complete DCF background screening requirements as well as meet the association policies on background screening.
