Substitute Pre-School Teacher (FC2)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community service organization seeks a Substitute Pre-School Teacher for its early learning programs. Candidates should have a minimum of 60 college credits and possess effective communication skills. The role involves supervising children, collaborating with teachers, and ensuring a safe environment. Join us to work in a supportive and rewarding educational setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits or County Substitute License; Certificate of Eligibility preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to accurately fill out necessary documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children.
• Work cooperatively with the classroom teacher or assistant teacher.
• Engage and instruct children during the school day.

Skills

Knowledge of child development

Effective English oral and written skills

Second Language oral and written skills

Effective comprehension and reasoning skills

Basic computer skills

Education

60 college credits or County Substitute License

Certificate of Eligibility PreK-Grade 3 preferred

Job description

Overview

For over 75 years, Catholic Family and Community Services has provided at little or no cost a full spectrum of services to individuals who are oppressed, families in crisis, and communities who are disenfranchised. Located throughout the New Jersey counties of Passaic, Morris, and Sussex, we provide professionally based social services, including Behavioral Health Programs, Veterans Services, Children’s Programs, Senior and Aging Services and more.

Position

Substitute Pre-School Teacher (State-Mandated Pre-School)

10 month position (School Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm)

Location: Paterson, NJ

Hourly Rate: $21.43

A renowned agency like Catholic Family and Community Services requires a phenomenal Teaching Staff to support our 3 Early Learning Programs. We are currently looking for Pre-School Teachers to join our team.

What makes us stand out

• Our long established centers that provide high quality preschool education
• Strong mentorship programs for teachers
• Small adult to child ratios (2 adults for maximum of 15 children)
• Inclusive Educational Program serving all children (English Learners, Special Needs)
• Bilingual Staff (Teacher and/or Assistant or both)
• Supportive relationships with families and community resource providers
• Professional learning community to enhance teaching skills
• Low staff turnover

We believe our biggest difference is the supportive, collaborative environment for staff, children and families throughout our community. If you’re looking for a company where you will be challenged, respected, and valued, then this opportunity is for you. Additionally, if you’re looking for an organization that’s invested in your personal development, offers rewarding work and a great team environment then apply today.

General Summary

Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times; be alert to the needs and concerns of the children as individuals and as a part of the larger whole. Work co-operatively with the classroom teacher or assistant teacher to engage and instruct children during the school day.

Skills and Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 60 college credits or County Substitute License; Certificate of Eligibility PreK-Grade 3 preferred.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Must be 18 years of age, or older.
• Effective English oral and written skills.
• Second Language oral and written skills a plus.
• Effective comprehension and reasoning skills.
• Ability to accurately fill out necessary documentation and form.
• Basic computer skills a plus.

Schools Included In Rotation

• La Vida Too
• El Mundo de Nino
• El Mundo de Colores
• Friendship Corner II

Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) – we will discontinue the use of any recruitment resources which engages in direct or indirect discriminatory practices.