CommEd Childcare Program Substitute

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chelmsford seeks a part-time CommEd Childcare Program Substitute to assist in a childcare program. The role involves supervision, record-keeping, and interacting with students to ensure safety and proper behavior. Candidates should be at least 18 years old, have excellent organizational skills, and a positive attitude. Pay starts at $17 per hour, and applicants are expected to become First Aid and CPR certified within six months.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willing to become First Aid and CPR certified within first six months.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and maintenance of records on students.
• Supervise and interact with students to ensure safety.
• Communicate with parents about their child as needed.

Skills

Positive attitude when working with parents, staff and children

Excellent organizational skills

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Overview

Chelmsford Public Schools - Chelmsford Community Education Center, Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancy for the 2025-2026 School Year. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: CommEd Childcare Program Substitute

Programs: Substitute Teacher\'s Assistant (length of day varies). Programs run from 6:45am–6:00pm.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Assist with the preparation and maintenance of records on students.
2. Assist with Lions Pride Commed Childcare Program implementing activities for students to enhance their experience in Extended Day.
3. Assist in meeting students\' individualized needs by adapting behavior management expectations and plans.
4. Confer with teachers, team leaders and other appropriate personnel regarding students.
5. Supervise and interact with students.
6. Communicate with parents, sharing positive highlights as well as any concerns regarding their child as needed.
7. Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate.

Responsibilities

Supervise children to ensure safety and appropriate behavior and manage transitions smoothly. In addition to supervision and interaction with the children, there are a variety of demands placed on the program team. The entire team collaborates to assure all needs of the program are being met; including but not limited to cleaning tables/chairs, returning toys to shelves, prep work, diapering, supervising recess, snack and lunch, bathroom runs, etc. As a substitute you would become part of that collaboration and be assigned specific responsibilities based on the classroom or site you are assigned. There is a potential of floating between several classrooms in one day. Uses positive behavior management techniques at all times.

Job Details

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $17 to $17 Per Hour

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades; Classroom Teacher > Elementary; Classroom Teacher > Preschool; Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be willing to become First Aid and CPR certified within first six months of employment.
• Have a positive attitude when working with parents, staff and children.
• Must possess and utilize excellent organizational skills.
• Position Type: Part-time / Varying schedule based on needs of the program
• Positions Available: 1
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Questions

The employer requires all applicants to answer the following questions. It is recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.

1. Have you previously been employed by Chelmsford Public Schools? If yes, please list previous position(s).
2. Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)
3. How did you hear about this open position?
4. Brief Response (Answer limited to 200 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

• Robyn Adams, Director of Community Education
• 170 Dalton Road
• Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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