Working at TAP

 

 

Title

Classroom Substitute

Posting Date

3/14/12

Job Code

CS-HS

TAP Department

Head Start

Location

Various Sites in Roanoke and Covington

Respond by

Open until filled

Purpose

The substitute assists the classroom staff in planning and carrying out the educational program of Head Start.  This person performs tasks as assigned by the teacher, in the absence of regular staff members, to provide high quality care for the children in their center.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

·        Some classroom experience with early childhood

·        At least one year of experience working with infants, toddlers, or pre-school children.

Responsiblities and/or Specific Duties

1.      Assists classroom staff in implementing activities that meet the social, emotional, physical, and educational needs of the children in the classroom.

 

2.      Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the TAP Policies and Procedures Manual, the Creative Curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards.

 

3.      Interacts with children in a respectful and appropriate manner.

 

4.      Follows lesson plans and routines but allows for flexibility to change with children’s interests and needs.

 

5.      Observes and supervises children individually and as a group, and responds to the needs of the group and individual children in a timely and appropriate manner.

 

6.      Supports a team approach in meeting Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements.  Works with center team to solve problems or seek additional resources as needed to help families and children.

 

7.      Assists Lead Teacher in creating an atmosphere in the center that is welcoming to parents and families by greeting parents in a friendly manner as they bring and pick up their children.

 

8.      Follows the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct regarding appropriate interactions with staff and parents, including taking concerns to appropriate sources, refraining from gossiping or inappropriate interactions with colleagues and parents, and exhibiting professional behavior at all times.

 

9.      Arrives at work on time and ready to begin the day’s activities.

 

10.  Presents self professionally to colleagues, parents and community through appropriate dress, language, and behavior.

 

11.  Creates a positive work environment by demonstrating flexibility and willingness to perform other job-related duties as assigned, and by participating appropriately in program planning and decisions, and in implementation of those plans.

 

12.  Attends substitute training as requested.

 

13.  Reports cases of suspected child abuse or neglect to lead teacher and calls Child Protective Services immediately.

 

14.  Performs all other job related tasks upon request.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

·        Basic knowledge of developmental characteristics and needs of infant, toddler, and/or preschool children

·        Some knowledge of appropriate activities and interactions with preschool children

·        Ability to learn, understand and follow policies and procedures outlined in the TAP Head Start Policies and Procedures Manual and other written and oral directions from program staff and supervisors

·        Ability to read, write and communicate with staff, parents, and children in an appropriate and professional manner

·        Ability to move about freely and lift at least 40 lbs.

Special Requirements

  • Must have daily access to reliable transportation. 

  • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs with ease. 

  • Must be able to successfully pass background investigation and drug test.

Salary

$7.38 per hour

Contact E-mail

jobs@tapintohope.org

Contact Address

TAP

 

Attention: Job Code CS-HS/EHS

 

145 W. Campbell Ave S.W.;

P.O. Box 2868

 

Roanoke, Virginia  24001

Contact Fax

540-345-1944

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