Substitute Early Childhood Teacher

Parchment School District; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a classroom support professional to assist lead teachers in providing a safe learning environment. Responsibilities include reviewing learning materials, supervising students, and providing personal aid as necessary.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of classroom experience and training in caring for young children. This position requires reliability, punctuality, and the ability to follow directions. Join us in shaping the educational experience of children.

Qualifications

• 2 years of classroom experience preferred.
• Basic training in caring for young children.
• Reliable and punctual with good direction-following skills.

Responsibilities

• Review learning material with students to reinforce lessons.
• Supervise students during class and special events.
• Teach appropriate behavior and social skills.
• Assist with record keeping and lesson preparation.
• Provide personal aid as necessary.

Skills

Classroom experience

Caring for young children

Reliability

Ability to follow directions

Childcare or school teaching

Job description

Employment Status

Contracted through Edustaff (if applicable)

Job Goal

To provide a safe and stimulating environment for children. Supports the lead teacher in conducting individual and group activities to encourage learning and develop social interaction skills. Prepares and/or serves children's meals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years classroom experience (preferred)
• Have basic training in caring for young children
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions from the director
• Childcare or school teaching experience (preferred)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review learning material with students, either individually or in small groups to help reinforce lessons presented by lead teachers
• Supervise students in class, during lunch hour, playtime or recess, and at special events
• Aid in teaching appropriate behavior and social skills to students
• Assist in enforcing school and classroom rules
• Assist with record keeping, such as attendance records, student progress notes and grades
• Help teachers prepare for lessons by assembling materials and equipment
• Provide personal aid and care as necessary to students, such as helping with hygiene, eating, or toileting
• Follow all licensing guidelines
• Pursue and attend professional development opportunities
• Build trusting relationships and bond with the children in your care

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally the employee will type for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance and punctuality are an expectation of the position. Some driving is required both in and out of District; and therefore, transportation is necessary. Some extended hours and multiple demands for several people are frequently required of the employee.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION -The Parchment School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and/or transgender identity, disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Inquiries by applicants, students and/or parents/guardians relates to discrimination on the basis of disability/status should be directed to: Superintendent of the Parchment School District, 520 N. Orient Street, Parchment, MI 49004. Phone Number 269-488-1050.