Substitute Teacher

Community Action; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 19,372 - 21,033; Part time

Job summary

Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas is seeking a Substitute Teacher for the Early Childhood Education program. Location is Hays & Caldwell Counties, with casual status and an as-needed schedule. The role supports classroom teachers and ensures a safe, engaging environment for young children.

The position offers a daily rate of $105.44–$114.40, with open until filled application. Prior experience in early childhood settings is preferred, and candidates must meet basic qualifications listed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Willingness to obtain CDA in the appropriate age group preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Classroom Teacher and follows the behavior management plan.
• Assists with everyday care and classroom upkeep, and ensures safety and cleanliness.
• Supports recruitment of parents and staff and participates in staff meetings.
• Reports to supervisor and completes time sheets and mileage reports accurately.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Willingness to obtain CDA

Job description

Community Action, Inc. will position itself as the most effective and innovative human service organization in Central Texas.

Current Employment Opportunities

Position: Substitute Teacher

Location: Hays & Caldwell Counties

Job Id: 26-00

# of Openings: 1

COMMUNITY ACTION, INC. OF CENTRAL TEXAS

JOB VACANCY NOTICE # 26-00

Program: Early Childhood Education

Position: Substitute Teacher

Location: Hays & Caldwell Counties

Status: Casual

Schedule: As Needed - Hours/Days Will Vary

Salary: $105.44 - $114.40/Day

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Mission: Helping Central Texans improve economics self-reliance through a wide range of services and community partnerships.

Strategic Function: Assists the Classroom Teacher in providing quality, developmentally appropriate educational opportunities which meet the individual needs of every child.

Operating Principles:

• Lifelong Learning: Seeks innovative opportunities to expand knowledge, skills, and experiences.
• Effective Communication: Provides well thought-out, concise, and timely oral and written information.
• Teamwork: Considers group effort more important than individual effort.
• High Personal Standards: Sets challenging goals and continuously seeks feedback and opportunities to improve performance.
• Flexibility: Accepts other viewpoints, shifts strategies if necessary, and adjusts to changing work priorities.
• Concern for Accuracy and Effectiveness: Considers how work impacts both short term and long-term operating efficiencies.
• Initiative: Is proactive rather than reactive.
• Courteous and Respectful: Ensures all business dealings and relationships are conducted fairly and honestly.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops a positive and productive relationship with all parents by communicating with parents in a positive manner on an ongoing basis.
• Develops a positive and productive relationship with the Classroom Teacher, Center Director and all other staff by communicating frequently and using positive feedback as much as possible.
• Acts as a positive role model for children, families, staff, and volunteers.
• Follows safety guidelines when lifting equipment and picking up children, upkeep, and age appropriateness of all equipment which children use.
• Cooperates and works as a team in the workplace by assisting others on a daily basis.
• Participates in workshops, in-service training and makes use of all professional growth opportunities.
• Reports to Person in Charge in absence of Center Director.
• Assists teachers with the implementation of the behavior management plan.
• Reports all suspected child abuse to the Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 and in accordance with agency policy.
• Arrives on time and works designated hours (unless otherwise specified by immediate supervisor).
• Flexibility with work schedule and location as needed based on program needs.
• Provide appropriate care for children including following appropriate diapering/toileting procedures, and maintaining a sanitized classroom, such as hand washing, change of bedding, and sanitation of toys, equipment, and surfaces.
• Assist with recruitment of parents and staff.
• Submits time sheets accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Submits mileage accurately and on time to supervisor.
• Attends all staff and other meetings as assigned.
• Is a positive role model.
• Maintains confidentiality: records, client services, and staff.
• Adheres to Agency’s best practices related to time and leave.
• Dress is appropriate to work environment.
• Maintains a safe, orderly and clean environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

• Willingness to obtain CDA in the appropriate age group.
• 6 months experience in an early education or child development center setting.
• Able to communicate in both Spanish and English.

Required:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a genuine interest and concern for young children.
• Must work at least 4 full shifts per month.

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to lift 25 - 30 lbs.
• Be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on the floor, see hear and speak with children to ensure children's health and safety.

Other Requirements:

• At least 18 years old.
• Initial Health Exam required for all Head Start staff at the agency's expense.
• Initial and annual TB screening are required for all Head Start staff at the agency's expense.
• Criminal Background Check required for all Head Start staff at the agency's expense.
• Fingerprinting required for all Head Start staff at the employee's expense.

CANDIDATES WILL NOT BE INTERVIEWED WITHOUT A COMPLETED EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION.

All applications are screened for minimum qualifications. Interviews include both written and verbal questions (as well as testing, if applicable) and are conducted by a panel of staff.

Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant is considered equally, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or medical condition or disability. Employment within the Head Start Program is contingent upon, but not limited to, a criminal history check which reveals no felony or misdemeanor, official complaints, indictments, or convictions, which are in conflict with the Head Start regulations or Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services child care licensing regulations. Examples include offenses against persons or family, public indecency and the Texas Controlled Substances Act.