Head Start Substitute Teacher - On-Site Classes

Volunteers-of-Americ; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a Head Start Teacher Substitute to support early childhood education on-site across East/West/Central LA. The role focuses on providing a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 0–5 within Head Start and Early Head Start programs.

You will implement the curriculum, partner with teachers and families, ensure health and safety standards, and complete required documentation.

Qualifications

• Fingerprint clearance and background checks required.
• Valid California driver's license and automobile with adequate insurance.
• TB clearance within 6 months prior.
• Pertussis and measles immunization.
• Health screening at time of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move quickly.

Responsibilities

• Provide a learning environment that supports social, emotional, intellectual and physical development.
• Implements the Head Start curriculum for double sessions and plans activities.
• Integrate Head Start services into learning, including parent involvement, social services, nutrition, health and mental health.
• Maintain children’s records and submit monthly paperwork in a timely manner.
• Observe, screen and assess children’s developmental levels and set individualized goals.
• Provide a learning environment reflecting diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Provide a safe environment in line with licensing, health and safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching experience

Head Start standards

Licensing regulations

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

12 units of ECE/ Child development

Meets requirements to obtain Associate Teacher Permit

Job description

Volunteers of America Los Angeles is seeking a Head Start Teacher Substitute to support early childhood education on-site across East/West/Central LA. The role focuses on providing a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 0–5 within Head Start and Early Head Start programs.

You will implement the curriculum, partner with teachers and families, ensure health and safety standards, and complete required documentation.