Job Title: Preschool/Nursery Substitute Teacher
Department: Academic
Reports to: School Principal
Time Status: Seasonal, Part-Time (On-Call)
Pay Status: Hourly and Daily rates
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
EEOC: Service Worker
Overview:
The Preschool/Nursery Sub is responsible for providing support and assistance in the CHESS Christian Preschool. This role involves stepping in as needed to ensure the smooth operation of daily activities, maintaining a safe, engaging, and nurturing atmosphere for young children, and supporting the preschool administrative staff.
Essential Functions, Tasks, and Responsibilities:
- Be flexible and responsive to changing staffing needs by filling in for absent teachers
- Assist lead teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate activities and curriculum for preschool children
- Supervise and engage with children during playtime, outdoor activities, and meal times to ensure their safety and well-being
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages social, emotional, and cognitive growth
- Follow established classroom routines, including transitions, meals, and group activities
- Support individual students' needs, including helping with toileting, feeding, resting, and addressing minor behavioral issues
- Assist with maintaining a clean and organized classroom, including cleaning and sanitizing toys and equipment
- Participate in required training sessions to stay updated on best practices in early childhood education and required ODJFS trainings
- Adhere to all safety and health guidelines, including emergency procedures and first aid if necessary
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, showing respect and care for all children and their families
NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Required Qualifications:- “Born again” Christian with an active, growing relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
- Faithfully attends and supports a local church whose beliefs are in agreement with the CHESS Statement of Faith
- Agree with, support, and abide by the CHESS Christian School Statement of Faith, Lifestyle Statement, and Educational Philosophy
- Be at least 18 yrs of age
- Verification of high school education
- Able to pass a background check
- Able to provide necessary documentation for medical statement
- Able to frequently lift 30 lbs without assistance
- Able to supervise students during outdoor play in various weather conditions, including the heat and cold
- Ability to quickly adapt to varying classroom environments, student ages, and subject matters
- Flexibility to respond to the changing needs of the school with a positive, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to work independently in the classroom to address academic and administrative responsibilities while adhering to the school’s policies and teaching standards
Preferred Qualifications:- Associates degree in Early Childhood Education
- Previous experience in a preschool setting
- Established OCCRRA account with valid preschool training, like Preschool and Childcare Center Orientation, CPR & First Aid, Communicable Diseases, Child Abuse Prevention, etc.
- Familiar with ODJFS preschool rules and regulations