Float staff (Full and Part Time Options Available)

Float/Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Must be 18+ years old
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
• Has at least one year experience teaching in a licensed childcare program (preferred)
• Reliable and able to work and communicate well with others
• Flexible in receiving assignments and adapting to changes in the preschool or after-school program
• Able to physically perform the tasks; picking up thirty-five pound children & sitting on/near the floor with children

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implementing the daily program according to the lesson plans furnished by the regular teacher or assist the assigned teacher in any way possible.
• Arriving on time as scheduled
• Clean, neat appearance
• Assisting regular teachers with diapering/bathroom duties & supervision
• Doing a visual check of each child as they arrive
• Speaking to parents and children in a warm, friendly manner
• Maintaining a professional attitude and loyalty to the preschool at all times. Avoid gossip or inappropriate behavior. Keep information about children/parents confidential.
• Assisting with fundraising and special programs
• Being receptive to suggestions and new ideas
• Being familiar with and following-up on all FLLC policies
• Following Licensing & All STARS Regulations
• Obtaining 15 hours of professional development credit per year in accordance with Kentucky Child Care Licensing Regulations: (a) Six (6) hours of cabinet-approved orientation within the first three (3) months of employment; (b) Nine (9) hours of cabinet-approved early care and education training within the first year of employment, including one and one-half (1 1/2) hours of pediatric abusive head trauma training; and (c) Fifteen (15) hours of cabinet-approved early care and education training during each subsequent year of employment, including one and one-half (1 1/2) hours of pediatric abusive head trauma training completed once every five (5) years.
• Maintaining an annual professional growth plan
• Attending & participating in staff meetings
• Will be evaluated annually by the Director and Associate Director of Faith Lutheran Learning Center

For a safe and appropriate learning environment, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Checking the classroom for sharp objects, covered outlets, temperature control, and lighting
• Being consistent about sharing expectations and providing appropriate consequences
• Knowing where each child in your classroom is at all times; keeping a constant count (inside & outside)
• Making sure the classroom is free of trash or materials that could cause accidents
• Completing accident/incident reports for any event requiring medical or special attention
• Never leaving the children unattended. If you must leave the classroom, make sure to find someone to stay with the children in your place
• Treating all children with respect. Allow them to feel safe to try and fail without fear
• Using a calm, non-threatening voice to model behavior to the children. Yelling, shouting, or using sarcasm with the children is never appropriate
• Understanding child development and not putting unnecessary pressure on a child to complete a task
• Giving praise and positive reinforcement for efforts to achieve
• Following the center-wide behavior program, 1-2-3 Magic & offer redirection when possible

For a clean environment, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Keeping the classroom clean and neat. There should be no trash or food on the floor. Table tops must be cleaned off throughout the day
• Cleaning toys and materials weekly (daily if needed)
• Cleaning tables and floors immediately after the children eat
• Washing your hands frequently (especially before touching food & after using the restroom). Model this behavior to the children.
• Tying up soiled clothing in a plastic bag and placing it in the child's cubby to go home at the end of the school day. Make sure parents are alerted to take them home.
• Sanitizing nap mats daily. Send home children’s nap bags at the end of each week.

Providing outdoor play daily. The only time children will not go outside is during a weather alert.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person