Full Time Substitute/ Child Care Center

Shenandoah University; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Shenandoah University’s Child Care Center in Winchester, Virginia is seeking a Substitute for a full-time benefited role. You will assist teachers, communicate with parents, and ensure a healthy, safe classroom environment for young children.

The position requires CPR/First Aid, background checks, TB screening, and pre-employment urine screening. Responsibilities include supporting daily activities, following center policies, maintaining hygiene, feeding and diapering children, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• High energy, positive attitude, and ability to work well with others and foster a team environment.
• Strong understanding of child development.
• CPR and First Aid certification current.
• VA online preservice training (13 hours).
• TB screening required (no sooner than 30 days before start date).
• Must clear full background check, fingerprinting and urine drug screening.
• Annually receive 16 hours in-service training and attend staff meetings.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds and perform physical tasks as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in daily activities.
• Maintain frequent communications with parents about their child’s day.
• Learn and implement all center policies and state regulations.
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining hygiene, safety, and security of children.
• Feed, diaper and potty‑train children.
• Clean and sanitize classroom, toys and tables.
• Interact with children throughout the day.
• Other duties as assigned by Director/Assistant Director.

Job description

Shenandoah University’s Child Care Center is accepting applications for a Substitute. This is a full-time benefited position located in Winchester, Virginia.

Job Description

• Assist teacher in daily activities
• Maintain frequent communications with parents about their child’s day
• Learn and implement all center policies and state regulations
• Ensure a healthy classroom environment – including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Feed, diaper and potty‑train children
• Clean and sanitize classroom, toys and tables
• Interact with children throughout the day
• Other duties as assigned by Director/Assistant Director

Required Skills

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• High energy, positive attitude, and the ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Must have current infant/child/adult CPR and first aid certification.
• VA online preservice training (13 hours).
• TB screening (no sooner than 30 days before start date).
• Must clear full background check, fingerprinting and must pass urine drug screening.
• Annually receive 16 hours in‑service training and attend staff meetings.
• Requirements also include the ability to lift at least 40 pounds, have physical dexterity, have the ability to reach arms above head, and be able to kneel, bend, squat and crawl.

Required Experience

• Have previous experience working with young children in a group childcare setting.

How To Apply

The complete application will include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until a qualified candidate is selected.

• Note: A pre‑employment background check and urine screening will be required, and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.
• Authorized to work in the United States is a pre‑condition of employment. At this time, Shenandoah University is not in a position to sponsor international visas.

Shenandoah University values individuals and communities' unique and diverse perspectives locally and globally. It seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.