Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher

Under the supervision of the Site Manager, responsible for the overall operations of the classroom and provide a high quality of education and care for children.  Float to various classrooms providing coverage as needed.

Basic Responsibilities:

• Assist the Teacher and Associate Teacher in daily classroom supervision, including outdoor play activities using positive discipline techniques to ensure a safe and healthy environment.  
• Assist the Teacher & Associate Teacher in the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Under the supervision of the Site Manager, assist the site in multiple capacities; kitchen support, classroom support, office support.  
• Assists in the preparation of materials, equipment, and information for the daily program, taking daily attendance and lunch count including reports for CACFP. 
• Use appropriate food handling, sanitation, and OSHA procedures at all times.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of infant and toddler development
• Connecticut Early Learning and Development standards.
• Bilingual (Spanish & English) a plus.
• This position may be authorized to have access to protected Health Information (PHI) to perform specific job duties.  Must be able to work in Pre-school classroom, possibly work with children with communicable diseases and disabilities.  
• Personnel qualifications as required in Part 407; Licensing Standards for Child Care Centers.