Substitute

Rooftop of Virginia; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Rooftop of Virginia seeks an individual to support early childhood classrooms under supervision, focusing on the health, safety, and development of children in their care.

The role involves assisting with curriculum delivery, collaborating with staff to ensure coverage, and performing data input as needed. The incumbent should be prepared to meet background checks and certification requirements in Virginia.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; six months' experience preferred.
• Willingness to complete trainings/certifications as needed.
• Must comply with background checks and driver license requirements in Virginia where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children in the classroom with proactive, nurturing care.
• Assist in implementing curriculum to meet learning goals faithfully.
• Assist in accurately inputting data when required.
• Coordinate with classroom staff to ensure proper scheduling and coverage.

Skills

Active nurturing supervision

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OBJECTIVE:

Under supervision and direction of senior staff conduct classroom activities which provide individual developmental experiences for children; to perform classroom teaching duties; to be responsible for the health, safety, and personal welfare of children.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• A. Active nurturing supervision of children in the classroom.
• 1. Assist utilizing curriculum to fidelity to teach children and keep them actively entertained.
• 2. Ability to assist in input accurate data if necessary.
• B. Must be able to work closely together with other classroom staff to provide direct supervision of children.
  • a. Manage schedules amongst one another to ensure coverage
  • b. Supporting knowledge of Early Learning Outcomes Frameworks, School Readiness Goals, Program Goals/Policies
• C. Performing duties requested by Supervisor, Head Start Director and/or Igniting Futures Academy Manager, COO, and CEO.

III. UNIVERSAL STANDARDS:

• A. Communication
  • 1. Ability to communicate (in-person and electronically) with staff, superiors, community officials, families effectively and appropriately.
• B. Cultural Competence and Ethics
  • 1. Positive, caring and supportive attitude characterized by understanding and non-judgmental commitment to participant families, coworkers, superiors, and all other persons with whom interaction occurs.
  • 2. Comply with all Standards of Conduct and Confidentiality Policies as these are considered of the utmost importance in working with community residents.
• C. Organization
  • 1. Ability to manage time, energy and workspace well in order to accomplish all assigned tasks successfully.
• D. Reporting – Timesheet Biweekly, assist in other reports if necessary.
• E. Health and Safety
  • 1. Ability to squat, sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, hear, see, speak, and lift and/or carry at least 40lbs.
  • 2. Knowingness of possibility to exposure of blood, bodily fluids, or tissues
  • 3. Knowingness of possibility to exposure of communicable diseases
• F. Technology
  • 1. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) proficient.
  • 2. Willingness to train in program and agency data management systems
• G. Professionalism
  • 1. Ability to casually present oneself.
  • 2. Accountability – Timely, Attendance
  • 3. Team Oriented
  • 4. Possess problem solving skills.
  • 5. Continue to expand knowledge by attending trainings, etc.

IV. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A. High School Diploma/GED. Prefer 6 months experience.
• B. Willingness to complete/continue trainings/certifications - Any other trainings/certifications deemed necessary. Must maintain certain certifications.

V. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Comply with all background checks required by the program.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s Licenses may be required

* Please 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 for this job. Duties, responsibilities, activities, assigned location, and hours of work, may change at any time with or without notice.