Assistant Teacher Substitute

Waypoint Services; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Waypoint Services is seeking an Assistant Teacher Substitute to support early childhood education. The role involves assisting the Lead Teacher, planning curriculum, and ensuring compliance with licensing standards. A flexible schedule is required, with hours available Monday through Friday. This entry-level position emphasizes core values such as compassion and communication.

Qualifications

• Complete 6 hours of professional development annually.
• Assist in planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in providing early childhood education experiences.
• Ensure compliance with child care licensing standards.
• Maintain a neat, organized classroom.

Skills

Communication

Dependability

Compassion

Empowerment

Diversity

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Teacher Substitute role at Waypoint Services

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Site Director and Lead Teacher, Assistant Teachers are responsible for implementing activities for children in the classroom and supporting program area operations. Requires a flexible schedule.

Time Commitment

Hours available are Monday through Friday between 6:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Pay rate: $12-$16/hr

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in providing appropriate early childhood education experiences to promote the healthy emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child.
• Assist in planning and implementation of age-appropriate curriculum to ensure quality early learning programming.
• Ensure compliance with all child care licensing standards as defined by the Iowa Department of Human Services.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all required written documentation (e.g., incident reports, daily logs, room journals).
• Use positive guidance methods of discipline.
• Assist in daily communication with parents.
• Maintain a neat, organized classroom and take responsibility for the upkeep of all educational materials.
• Eat all meals and snacks with children and assist in developing good nutrition habits.
• Help children establish good habits of toileting and personal hygiene.
• Supervise activities at all times to ensure the safety of each child.
• Attend parent meetings and other center activities when appropriate.
• Assist other childcare staff in areas of individual teaching expertise.
• Complete 6 hours of professional development annually, including 2 hours in a sponsored group setting, with specific requirements during the first year of employment.
• Provide guidance, support, and structure for program volunteers.

Core Competencies

• Values: Demonstrate Waypoint's core values daily: compassion, ownership, empowerment, and diversity.
• Dependability: Be punctual, responsible, and accountable for your actions.
• Communication: Communicate respectfully and effectively with colleagues, children, and parents.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Non-profit Organizations