Head Start Substitute

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc.; Ekron (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. is seeking an Head Start Instructional Assistant Substitute to implement instructional experiences for preschool children under the direction of the Head Start Teacher. This position is on an AS NEEDED basis, in the absence of a Head Start Teacher/Instructional Assistant.

The role requires teamwork, experience with children, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. Equal opportunity employer statement included.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience working with children.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Start Teacher in implementing instructional experiences.
• Engage preschool children with varied learning activities.
• Support English Language Learners in language development.
• Maintain safety and teacher-child ratios per program standards.
• Recordkeeping and documentation assistance.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare experience

Reliable transportation

Cultural sensitivity

Communication skills

Background checks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB PURPOSE: The Head Start Instructional Assistant Substitute is responsible for implementing instructional experiences, under the direction of the Head Start Teacher, for preschool children for adequate development in the social, emotional, physical, and educational processes. This position is on an AS NEEDED basis, in the absence of a Head Start Teacher/Instructional Assistant.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Possesses knowledge and understanding of early childhood development
• Assists to ensure every child is engaged in and challenged by a variety of learning experiences
• Completes required annual training and professional development hours
• Promotes the development of and ensure that English Language Learners make significant progress in their primary language and English
• Assists in incorporating each child’s interests into planning classroom activities
• Assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment which supports the development and learning of preschool children while maintaining teacher-child ratios in compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards
• Assists the Teacher in the assessment of children
• Assists Teacher with the timely and accurate completion and maintenance of documentation and recordkeeping
• Promotes staff relationships which allow a climate conducive to learning
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience working with children
• Reliable transportation is required
• Works well with individuals of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required

SCHEDULE:

• 8-hour shift, Monday-Friday, AS NEEDED

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (required)

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.