Substitute Preschool Teacher

Job Goal:

To contribute to the overall effectiveness of the teaching team by assisting the teachers with planning, implementing and evaluating school activities.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Be prompt and dependable
• Meet with teacher to plan and discuss the day’s events
• Listen and talk with children
• Comfort injured or sad children
• Assist the children with mealtime duties, (setting table, serving, eating and cleaning up)
• Participate in large and small group activities and routines, offering individual attention when needed
• Play with children during free choice and outdoor time
• Consult with the teacher to gain an understanding of acceptable methods for handing discipline concerns
• Assist the children in their daily routines, (hand washing, tooth brushing, coat zipping, etc.)
• Keep all classroom matters confidential

Education Requirements:

• High school education or equivalent

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• The ability to relate to children and perform tasks dealing with children
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Food Handler’s card (preferred)
• Head Start experience (preferred)
• Community service experience (preferred)
• Multi-cultural experience (preferred)