26 - Substitute Teacher

Community Action Organization Of Western New York; Town of Darien (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Action Organization of Western New York is seeking a part-time Early Care Assistant to aid the Lead Teacher inPreschool and nutrition tasks. The role involves helping children with activities, ensuring safety, assisting with meals, and keeping classrooms clean and organized.

Under supervision, you will support educators, maintain a positive environment for learning, and participate in routine maintenance duties as needed. NY location reflects the Early Head Start program needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Love of preschool children and ability to work with young learners.
• Ability to work as a team member and maintain neat appearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher and children with school activities.
• Maintain safety and supervision across learning environments.
• Help with meals and nutrition supplements and participate in mealtime.

Skills

Love of preschool children

Classroom techniques

Interact with young children

Dependable and neat

Teamwork

Problem solving

Flexible

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: na, NY 14214, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly, JOB SUMMARY

Education

This position assists the Lead Teacher with the performance of educational and non-educational functions. Does related work as required.

Maintenance

This position creates a clean and safe environment for children. Responsible for general cleaning, minor repairs and maintenance. Expected to be aware of surroundings and be able to multi-task and communicate effectively.

Nutrition

Under the direct supervision of the Principal, this position is responsible for the preparation and serving of food on a moderately large scale, with emphasis on quality and quantity for preschool or for infant/toddlers in the Early Head Start Program.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities:

Education

• Responsible for assisting the children with every aspect of their school day.
• Assist the children with academic and play activities and gauging the level of support needed for the least restrictive environment.
• Help the children to create and maintain relationships with peers.
• Help the children with personal care as needed.
• Always ensure the safety of the children and across all learning environments
• Always maintain supervision of children.
• Assists in the preparation of room and materials for classroom work.
• Maintains the room equipment and materials.
• Assist with the serving of meals and nutrition supplements and involved in mealtime with the child.
• Assume responsibility under the guidance of the Lead Teacher in carrying out the education program.
• Model a positive work ethic for parents and staff.
• Guide parents in classroom participation and observation.
• Greet children and parents on arrival and escorts children to and from the classroom.
• Work closely and directly under the guidance of the Lead Teacher in performing tasks designated through joint planning with the Teacher.

Maintenance

• Clean and service restrooms.
• Sweep, vacuums and mop floors and stairways.
• Gather and dispose of rubbish and waste materials by hand or with equipment throughout the day as needed and place in dumpster.
• Make rounds of buildings and grounds including inspect doors, windows, and locks to see that they are properly and securely fastened.
• Observe appearances and conditions of premises and equipment.
• Report needed repairs, safety hazards, or conditions requiring services.
• Dust such items as blinds, furniture, file cabinets, and windowsills using treated dust mittens, cloths, or hand cleaning items.
• Scrub, strip, sanitize, wax, and buff floors using powered machines equipped with rotating brushes.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows mirrors, and fixtures using both step and extension ladders.
• Monitor and clean grounds, playground, and parking lots of litter, glass, or other debris
• Load and upload supplies, and move heavy furniture and equipment using dollies, handcarts, or power equipment.
• Replace light bulbs and fuses
• Shampoo carpets.
• Keep walkways and entrance clear from debris, snow and ice.
• Maintain the heating system at the center.
• Make repairs and maintenance work requiring handyman abilities including painting, simple carpentry and plumbing.
• Model positive work ethic for parents and staff.
• Maintains sanitary conditions in and around the facility(s).
• Remove all garbage from facility, Maintain clear fire exits, emergency lighting, and exit sign lighting.
• Models positive work ethic for parents and staff.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Nutrition

• Prepares all meals according to planned menus, includes meals for children with dietary concerns or allergies, and individualization as needed.
• Checks accuracy/dates/and stores all deliveries
• Maintains file records of meal census, inventory and food orders
• Participates in menu planning
• Complete daily cleaning & disinfecting
• Maintains established standards of sanitation and safety; in accordance with local, state, and federal sanitation laws and regulations concerning food service and preparation
• Serve nutritious meals and snacks: -quantities of food must conform to the recommended amounts indicated in CACFP Head Start guidance materials
• Feeds children "family style" to provide opportunities for decision making
• Serve food in a form that is easy for young children to manage
• Serve children as soon as they come to the table
• Provide proper size eating utensils for the development level of the child
• Monitors children's acceptance of food items

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Must present a professional image in conduct, attitude, and attire.
• Satisfactory completion of mandatory trainings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Skills and Abilities:

Education

• A love of preschool children
• Knowledge of classroom techniques
• Ability to interact with young children in a classroom setting
• Must be dependable with a neat appearance and good physical condition
• Ability to work as a team member.

Maintenance

• Ability to solve problems
• Ability to be flexible
• Ability to carry out oral and written directions
• Must be dependable and in good physical condition.
• Ability to be a team player.

Nutrition

• Strong knowledge of methods for preparing and cooking food in large quantities
• Proven knowledge of health and safety factors involved in the work
• Knowledge of modern cooking utensils, appliances and equipment
• Familiar with food quantities
• Ability to follow oral and written directions; cleanliness; good judgement; and in good physical condition.
• Knowledge of sanitary requirements of state and local certifying groups
• Understanding of the Head Start Program philosophies.

Physical Demands

Education

• Regularly required to talk, hear, write, and type.
• Ability to listen, speak clearly, and write legibly
• Frequently required to sit for long periods and occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds.

Maintenance

• Frequently required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Must be able to use hands to finger, handle, feel, hear, and speak.
• Ability to lift/move up to 45 pounds.

Nutrition

• Regularly required to speak, hear, write, and type.
• Ability to speak clearly and write legibly.
• Frequently required to sit and occasionally required to stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds.

These physical requirements are representative but not exhaustive.

Application Requirements:

• Physical examination record or pass physical examination by a CAO physician
• Valid NYS Driver's License and proof of motor vehicle insurance coverage
• Completion of the following documents:
  • CAO Employment application
  • NYS SCR Clearance Form with acceptable clearance
  • Criminal Record Certification and free of criminal convictions of crimes against children (misdemeanor or felony)
  • Fingerprinting required.
  • Release for Reference Checks