Substitute

Purpose

To provide a warm and nurturing temporary replacement for the regularly scheduled staff member.

Interact and encourage the children to participate in the activities during the day.
Help the children manage their behavior using a positive approach.
Provide nurturing assistance, letting the children do as much as they can independently.
Talk to the children as much as possible, especially during playtime, mealtimes, and toileting procedures.
Acknowledge parents at drop off/pick up with a friendly hello and introduce yourself.
Develop a cooperative and supportive attitude with the school staff.
Assist in school and classroom maintenance as needed or assigned.
Assist with the duties assigned by other classroom staff or administrator.
Verbally report any accidents or injuries to the regular staff in charge of the room (not to parents).
Assist with light clerical work assigned by administration

Reports to Human Resource Coordinator, and Age-Level Coordinator(s)

Defer to Lead or Assistant Teacher staffed in the classroom. The regularly staffed person is in charge of the classroom and is responsible for issues as they arise.
Not expected to discipline children under any circumstances with out specific direction from regular staff (if you see 2 children in a conflict, stop the conflict and then get the staff person in charge).
If parents ask questions about their child, always refer them to the staff person in charge.

One year of college, one year experience in licensed ece center and 6 ece creditsor 2 years of college with 6 ece credits
A warm and friendly personality.
Sensitive to the feelings and needs of others.
Able to relate well to children.
Willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school’s educational philosophy and program.

Evidence of emotional maturity and stability.
Decision making skills and judgment to handle crisis situations.
Physical stamina to maintain the rigorous pace of a full-day child care program (including inside and outside activities on a daily basis, year round).
Sensitivity to children’s individual needs.
Ability to use appropriate and positive guidance and redirection as needed.
Dependability: the school must be able to count on sub following through on committed dates scheduled.
Flexibility: schedule or room placement may change from original assignment.
Willingness to accept supervision and follow program goals, training manual, staff regulations and personnel policies.
Ability to lift and carry a 40 pound child to safety.
A physical every 2 years with a T.B. clearance.