Substitute Teacher

Company: BCFS
Location: Stockdale
Posted on: November 27, 2022

Job Description:

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!

BCFS Education Services is part of a global system of health and human service non-profit organizations led by BCFS and is focused on advancing school readiness and ensuring families have the necessary tools to give their children a Head Start toward a lifetime of learning. Our team of compassionate educators and innovative leaders believe every child is unique and has the potential to be successful and make a positive impact in our world. BCFS and the BCFS System of companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Position: Substitute for a Head Start/Early Head Start Classroom

Status: PRN (As needed)
Pay Rate: $15 per hour

Education: Preferably, a Child Development Associate certification (CDA) in early childhood, human services or related field. Minimally, a high school diploma or its' equivalent and six months related experience in an early childhood.

Experience: Preferred that applicant has at least two years related experience in the preschool classroom setting.

Job Summary: The Substitute for a Head Start Classroom is responsible for the daily operation of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom and the implementation and coordination of all Head Start functions.

Essential Functions:

Responsibility for assisting in the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom.
Assist with implementation and coordination of all Head Start or Early Head Start functions.
Identifies, reports, provides supportive services in child abuse/neglect cases, notifying the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist
Assist in the implementation of lesson plans

Responsibilities:

Assist in providing educational experiences that will:

Instill in each child a good self-image and sense of self-worth
Develop language art and skills for all children
Include multi-culture, folklore, etc. into the program

Ensure all children receive individual attention.

Be in the classroom before children arrive each morning, unless designated by supervisor to another duty.

See that all areas are safe including:

Classroom
Playground
Restrooms
Classroom and outdoor equipment

Make the best use of volunteer help.

Assist with child assessments and screenings.

Assist on field trips and other school functions.

Assist with home-style meal service for the children.

Report illness or accidents to the Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.

Report student absences of three days or more to Center Coordinator and/or Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.

Attend workshops, conferences and all in-service trainings.

Maintain mandated training hours and documentation as required.

Assist in keeping classroom and other areas clean and neat at all times.

Show competency, good judgment, and self-control in working with Head Start or Early Head Start children.

Acquire and maintain up-to-date training/certification in CPR and First Aid.

Assist with daily activities including staff/child ratio, discipline and safety of all Head Start or Early Head Start children.

Assist with other duties as assigned by Center Director/Family Specialist.

Requirements:
Must be able to serve and effectively communicate, to the extent feasible, with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
Computer literate.
Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
Ability to operate all office machinery.
Ability to function with diplomacy and tact.
Handle all student information with utmost confidentiality.
Report suspected child abuse/neglect to administrator and law enforcement agency.
Abide by all BCFS Education Services policies and procedures.
Abide by DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.
Ability to work as a team player.
Must have reliable transportation.

The BCFS System is committed to following immunization recommendations produced by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC). As such, our company policy requires that all employees must receive a COVID vaccination and an annual Influenza vaccination or obtain an approved exemption from the BCFS System as a medical or religious accommodation. This is a condition of employment and all new hires will be responsible for providing proof.

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If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

It is the policy of BCFS System of Companies and its affiliated organizations to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.%5960046%

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