Head Start Substitute

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc.; Lebanon (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Community Action Council, Inc. in Lebanon, KY is seeking a Head Start Instructional Assistant Substitute to support preschool learning under the supervision of the Head Start Teacher. This on-call role requires flexibility to cover as needed.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, teamwork experience, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. Training and professional development are provided to support growth and student progress.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work in a team and with diverse backgrounds.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Background check/pre-employment screenings required.

Responsibilities

• Implement instructional experiences under the Head Start Teacher's direction.
• Engage preschool children in learning activities.
• Complete required annual training and professional development hours.
• Support English Language Learners in developing both languages.
• Assist in planning activities by incorporating each child’s interests.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment and teacher-child ratios as per standards.
• Assist in child assessments and documentation.
• Promote positive staff relationships to foster a learning climate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare

Transportation

Diversity

Communication

Background check

Education

HS 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.