On-Call Head Start Classroom Substitute

Eightcap, Inc.; Saranac (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

EightCAP, Inc. seeks a Classroom Substitute to maintain continuity of early childhood education when regular staff are unavailable. You will ensure a safe, nurturing environment and keep children engaged during staff absences.

This role requires monitoring, confidentiality, and adherence to Head Start regulations, with varied hours and no benefits. Local travel may be required in Michigan.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively and work collaboratively with staff, families, agency representatives, service providers, and community organizations in a respectful, professional, and non-judgmental manner.
• Understanding of mandated reporting requirements, including the ability to recognize, document, and report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state law and program procedures.
• Must successfully complete all required state and federal background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Monitor: Provide a safe, healthy, organized environment for children through daily monitoring of activities and maintenance of the classroom for both Early Head Start and Head Start classrooms.
• Professionalism: Comply with program confidentiality policies concerning personally identifiable information about children, families, and other staff members and must maintain professional boundaries with enrolled children and families at all times.
• Model: Model appropriate behavior and support children's individual needs including modeling healthy eating habits.
• Meal Preparation: Prepare meals and snacks as outlined on menus, maintain cleanliness of meal preparation areas, storages areas and classroom
• Compliance: Follow regulations and requirements of the Office of Head Start, Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), and the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
• Reporting: Assist in maintaining accurate records as assigned as well as reporting all suspected child abuse and neglect.
• Communication: Communicate positively with children, parents, teaching team, support staff and community partners.
• Professional Development: Actively participate in professional development and training opportunities to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Perform Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Mandated reporting knowledge

Background clearances

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

EightCAP, Inc. seeks a Classroom Substitute to maintain continuity of early childhood education when regular staff are unavailable. You will ensure a safe, nurturing environment and keep children engaged during staff absences.

This role requires monitoring, confidentiality, and adherence to Head Start regulations, with varied hours and no benefits. Local travel may be required in Michigan.