The primary responsibility is to be flexible by meeting the specific and unanticipated needs to cover any classroom throughout the day as a substitute teacher. They must be available to work any shift during the hours the agency is open and occasional after-hours events, meetings, and training. Additionally, they will support the classroom teaching team in providing a safe, nurturing environment where children have the opportunity to develop their cognitive, physical, and social-emotional capacity through exploratory play. The floater teacher follows the leadership of the lead teachers to maintain positive expectations and utilize established strategies for a well-organized classroom.
Primary DutiesEssential Functions:
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Fills in classrooms as needed and provides lunch breaks as outlined in the staff's schedule. Encounters children of a variety of ages from six weeks to 12 years.
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Enthusiastically greets and engages with parents at drop-off and pick-up times.
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Maintain a positive relationship with parents and staff.
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Inputs each child's daily activities into an interactive app for parents in a consistent, timely, and accurate manner throughout the day, as needed.
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Create a soft, calm, safe, and loving environment.
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Implement daily scheduled activities for children, focusing on children's interests, Language Development, Social Skills, and Gross Motor/Coordination Skills.
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Ensure the daily care of every child by following all licensing guidelines and implementing all CLC standards.
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Supports cleaning classrooms and preparing materials while the lead teachers engage with students.
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Works cooperatively with and assists Teachers and other staff members.
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Works effectively with CLC personnel members and implements strategic tactics as indicated.
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Adhere to all CLC policies outlined in the New Employee Orientation and Teacher's Handbook.
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Maintains confidentiality.
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Respond appropriately to the cultural differences present among the Agency's service population.
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Incorporate and demonstrate the mission, vision, work, core value and activities of Catholic Charities in a positive manner with all staff, clients and the general public at all times.
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Performs other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications Required:
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
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45-hour entry-level course preferred or completed within four (4) months after hire date.
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CDC- Childhood Development Certification preferred. If a certificate is not applicable, a CDC must be obtained within two (2) years after the hire date.
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Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Must have the ability to communicate fluently in English.
Experience:
- Six months to one year of experience in a licensed childcare facility preferred.
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Must pass a state-enforced background check.
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Valid NM driver's license and a clean driving record preferred.
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Basic computer literacy in email usage, word processing and internet navigation.
- Ability to take direction and change direction while taking initiative to contribute to the classroom activities.
- Knowledge and experience on the normal range of development of children.
- Excellent patience and stamina for keeping up with the demands of children of all ages and the program(s) need.
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Strong verbal communication and listening skills to converse with children, fellow professional caregivers and parents or guardians.
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Passionate about working with children.
