Substitute Teacher (Children's Center Dutchess County)

Family Services; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a passionate Substitute Teacher to support children at the Children’s Center. In this rewarding role, you will assist the Lead Teacher in creating a safe and engaging environment for children while their families attend court. Your responsibilities will include implementing creative programs, managing children's needs, and building positive relationships with families. This position is perfect for someone who values compassion, integrity, and community, and is eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in various settings.
• Commitment to cultural responsiveness and trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to build positive relationships with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in providing a safe and creative curriculum.
• Implement health and safety protocols for children.
• Prepare reports and maintain statistical records.

Skills

Creativity

Behavioral Management

Patience

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Adaptability

Computer Literacy

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Excellent Communication

Education

Associates in Early Childcare/Education

NYS Certificate in Childcare

High School Diploma

Job description

Title: Substitute Teacher

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Status: Non-Exempt, Per-Diem

Reports to: Children’s Center Lead Teacher

Center Hours: Effective July 2025, Monday hours will increase to 9am-5pm

• Monday’s: 1:30pm-5pm
• Tuesday’s: 9am-5pm
• Wednesday’s: 9am-5pm
• Thursday’s: 9am-5pm
• Friday’s: 9am-5pm

Function:

The Children’s Center Substitute Teacher assists the Lead Teacher at the Children’s Center at the Dutchess County Family Court in compliance with all NYS Office of Court Administration Children’s Center Program agreements and requirements. The Substitute Teacher provides a safe and creative curriculum for children while their families attend court business and offers consultation to families for resources within the community. The position enthusiastically supports, practices, and communicates the agency’s Mission and Statement of Values.

Job Requirements:

• Associates in early childcare/education and a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children OR
• NYS Certificate in childcare and a minimum of 2 years of experience working with children OR
• High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years of experience working with children
• The successful candidate ideally will have experience in children’s programming for mixed ages, crisis management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and community resources.
• A demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships with all levels of program and administrative staff.
• Commitment to cultural responsiveness and trauma-informed practices.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Our Mission:

Family Services brings people together to find the support they need, improving their lives and communities, and building a stronger safer Hudson Valley.

Our Values:

Compassion – Extending empathy and understanding to others.

Integrity – Being honest and dependable.

Hope – Believing in the strength of the human spirit and heart, to emerge and thrive when faced with a challenge.

Diversity – Promoting a vision of community comprised of wide-ranging assets.

Respect – Treating all individuals with dignity and without judgement.

Community – Recognizing and reinforcing the importance of our world as being comprised of people of differing strengths and perspectives.

Justice – Promoting social and economic equity and fairness.

Quality – Aspiring for excellence in every aspect of our work.

Program Administration:

• Responsible for the direct care and safety of the children left in the Children’s Center.
  • Implements and maintains the health and safety protocol/procedures and maintains visible instructive printouts of these procedures.
  • Will assure the Center is in compliance with all program safety and confidentiality guidelines.
  • Monitor and engage children in age-appropriate activities and play.
  • Assist with diaper changes, feeding and maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Preparing required intakes and reports.
  • Prepares and submits monthly reports to appropriate entities.
  • Secures the intake paperwork in proper location.
  • Maintains statistical records necessary for reports and research.
• Assisting with the distribution of referral and resource information to caregivers based on their and their children’s needs.
  • Remains informed on current local resources and services.
  • Assesses the needs of the caregiver and will respond to them through referrals to an appropriate agency/program.
• Providing appropriate, creative, supportive interactions with the children in the center in group and individual activities.
  • Develop creative “in-class” programs based on age and present teachable moments

General Responsibilities:

• Completes all work and reporting functions in a timely fashion
• Communicates regularly and effectively with Family Services staff and Courthouse personnel
• Successfully moves into problem-solving mode when challenges or concerns arise and translates strategic thinking into action
• Responds supportively to changes in programs and policies and taking a broad view of one’s position by assuming additional responsibilities when the need arises.

Skills & Abilities :

• Skillset in working with children: Creativity, Behavioral Management, Patience, Empathy, Enthusiasm, Adaptability
• Computer literacy
• Organizational skills and time management
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Sound judgement

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Family Services, Inc. complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We follow federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

Must be authorized to work in the United States without work sponsorship.