Flexible Early Childhood Substitute | Head Start

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC); Bolivar (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid Training Opportunities

Family-Friendly Work Environment

Positive Team Culture

Job summary

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Bolivar seeks a Substitute to support classroom operations, maintain routines, and engage children in a welcoming learning environment. This flexible, as-needed role partners with teachers to ensure quality care and ongoing activities.

Starting pay is $15.45 per hour, with a family-friendly, collaborative team culture. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED and have experience with young children in a classroom setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with young children preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and daily routines.
• Create a safe, positive, and welcoming learning environment.
• Assist with supervision and engagement of children.
• Collaborate with teachers and classroom staff.
• Maintain a professional and respectful classroom environment.
• Follow lesson plans and classroom procedures provided by teaching staff.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Child engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood degree or related field

Job description

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) Head Start in Bolivar seeks a Substitute to support classroom operations, maintain routines, and engage children in a welcoming learning environment. This flexible, as-needed role partners with teachers to ensure quality care and ongoing activities.

Starting pay is $15.45 per hour, with a family-friendly, collaborative team culture. Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma or GED and have experience with young children in a classroom setting.