Preschool Substitute Aide — Safe, Supportive Classrooms

ReNEW Schools; Greenwood, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools in Indiana seeks a Pre-K Substitute Aide to provide temporary classroom support in the absence of the regular preschool instructional assistant. Under the direction of the classroom teacher and administration, the substitute aide assists in creating a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool students.

The substitute aide supports instructional activities, supervises students, and helps maintain daily classroom routines while ensuring the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with preschool-aged children preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with young children.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, dependability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with daily instructional activities and routines.
• Support individual students and small groups as directed.
• Supervise students during instruction, centers, meals, recess, and transitions.
• Assist with self-care tasks while maintaining student dignity.
• Support positive behavior and classroom management strategies.
• Prepare instructional materials and maintain an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Foster positive relationships with students.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and district information.
• Follow lesson plans and directions provided by teachers or administrators.
• Communicate effectively with teachers and staff.
• Follow Greenwood Community School Corporation policies and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or supervising teacher.

Skills

Preschool support

Classroom supervision

Student relations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Developmental Preschool Teacher

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly Non-Exempt

WORK CALENDAR: As Needed

STANDARD HOURS: As Assigned

Position Summary

The Pre-K Substitute Aide provides temporary classroom support in the absence of the regular preschool instructional assistant. Under the direction of the classroom teacher and administration, the substitute aide assists in creating a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for preschool students. The substitute aide supports instructional activities, supervises students, and helps maintain daily classroom routines while ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in implementing daily instructional activities and classroom routines.
• Provide support to individual students and small groups as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Supervise students during classroom instruction, centers, meals, recess, restroom breaks, and transitions.
• Assist students with age-appropriate self-help skills, including toileting, dressing, feeding, and personal hygiene as needed while maintaining student dignity and privacy.
• Support positive behavior expectations and classroom management strategies.
• Help prepare instructional materials and maintain an organized, clean, and safe classroom environment.
• Foster positive relationships with students through patience, encouragement, and positive reinforcement.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student and district information.
• Follow lesson plans and directions provided by the classroom teacher or administrator.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, and other staff members.
• Follow all Greenwood Community School Corporation policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal or supervising teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children or children with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with young children in a classroom setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, dependability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and school staff.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, assist, and supervise young children as needed.
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, reach, and sit on the floor for extended periods.
• Ability to actively supervise students indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to perform personal care tasks and respond appropriately during emergency situations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of appropriate preschool classroom practices.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with young children.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different classroom environments and routines.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.