Head Start Substitute Teacher — Early Learning Support

Innovative Network of Knowledge; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Network of Knowledge is seeking an on-site Head Start/ Early Head Start classroom assistant in Roswell, NM. You will help educate and implement daily programs, ensure safety, and coordinate with coordinators to support children’s development.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, field trips, meals, and record-keeping; maintaining confidentiality; and meeting training requirements for ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate with children and families with no or limited English proficiency.
• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation, and arithmetic.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work effectively without extensive supervision.
• Ability to operate all office machinery.
• Ability to function with diplomacy and tact.
• Handle all student information with utmost confidentiality.
• Report suspected child abuse/neglect to administrator and law enforcement.
• Abide by Innovative Network of Knowledge policies and procedures.
• Abide by DFPS and OHS regulations and standards.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Complete and pass health examination.
• Confirm work eligibility status.
• Successfully pass driving history check
• Clear criminal background check
• Required to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Required to stand, sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, lift children, and engage with children.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the education and daily program of a Head Start or Early Head Start classroom.
• Assist with implementation and coordination of all Head Start or Early Head Start functions.
• Identify, report, and provide supportive services in child abuse/neglect cases.
• Assist in providing educational experiences that develop language arts and self-esteem, including multicultural content.
• Ensure all children receive individual attention.
• Be in the classroom before children arrive each morning.
• Ensure safety of classroom, playground, restrooms, and equipment.
• Make effective use of volunteer help.
• Assist with child assessments and screenings.
• Assist on field trips and school functions.
• Assist with home-style meal service for the children.
• Report illness or accidents to the Center Coordinator/Family Specialist.
• Report student absences of three days or more.
• Attend workshops and trainings; maintain training hours.
• Keep classroom and areas clean and neat.
• Show competency, good judgment, and self-control with children.
• Acquire and maintain CPR and First Aid training.
• Assist with daily activities including staff/child ratio, discipline and safety.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Innovative Network of Knowledge is seeking an on-site Head Start/ Early Head Start classroom assistant in Roswell, NM. You will help educate and implement daily programs, ensure safety, and coordinate with coordinators to support children’s development.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, field trips, meals, and record-keeping; maintaining confidentiality; and meeting training requirements for ongoing professional development.