Substitute Teacher - Early Childhood Education

Cac Hc; Columbia (MD); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 45 000; Tempo parcial

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CAC Benefits

Resumo da oferta

Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC) is seeking a substitute teacher to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate learning environment aligned with Head Start and Maryland Early Learning Standards. The role supports classroom staff, engages with children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, and collaborates with families and staff.

Applicants must meet the required qualifications, including a high school diploma, 45-hour trainings, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 45 hours in Child Growth and Development.
• 45 hours in Preschool Methods and Materials and/or 45 hours Infants and Toddler Methods and Materials.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office 365 apps (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Teams.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and respond to emergencies.

Responsabilidades

• Implements substitute lesson plans per CAC curriculum.
• Runs quality teacher- and child-initiated activities in small/large groups.
• Ensures health, safety supplies and clean play areas.
• Adheres to CAC ECE standards and policies.
• Engages with families and collaborates with staff and community partners.

Conhecimentos

MS Office 365

MS Teams

Driving license

English proficiency

Physical ability 50 lbs

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

CDA or AA in ECE

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office 365

Microsoft Teams

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who We AreAt the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we have a mission to diminish poverty and enable self-sufficiency for all Howard County individuals, families, and children in need. We take action towards this mission by focusing on five critical services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. CAC impacts our local society by changing lives and helping create a pathway through and out of poverty or just providing a hand up when one is needed.Who You AreAs a substitute teacher at CAC, you will be responsible for providing a learning environment based on sound, developmentally appropriate practices. The ideal candidate for this position will need to adhere to education, health, safety, and nutritional practices established by CAC's Early Childhood Education (ECE) Program. This candidate will represent a positive role model for others by maintaining the highest level of professional and ethical behavior throughout interactions with internal and external customersResponsibilitiesImplements substitute lesson plans based on CAC's provided curriculum that emphasize the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework and Maryland Early Learning Standards.In the absence of regular classroom staff, implements a daily program that provides quality teacher and child-initiated activities in both large and small group, indoor and outdoor play, and timely and predictable transitionsMakes timely requisitions for health, safety, and classroom supplies and cleans play areasPractices and understands the procedures of CAC's absent policy regarding studentsAttends work regularly per assigned work schedule and in accordance with Agency policy.Complies with all Early Childhood Education Performance Standards and Maryland State Department of Education Accreditation Standards.Supports each child's home language, culture, and family composition through creating a culturally and linguistically appropriate classroom.Works cooperatively with others, including all staff, supervisors, administrators, co-workers, community professionals, clients, vendors, and the public.Invites parents to become an integral part of the program by providing opportunities for parents to participate in classroom and agency activities.Required Qualifications (Any certifications or degrees listed in this section are to be uploaded with your resume at the time you apply to the position):High School Diploma or GED Certificate45 hours in Child Growth and Development45 hours in Preschool Methods and Materials and/or 45 hours Infants and Toddler Methods and MaterialsStrong computer proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, and academic platforms.Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle during work hoursAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Able to fluently read, write, comprehend and speak EnglishAbility to respond rapidly and effectively in emergency situations, including the physical capability to move quickly, transition to and from the floor without delay, and take immediate action to ensure the safety and well-being of children in the environment.Preferred Qualifications:Early Childhood Education experienceCPR and First Aid certificationBilingual, especially Spanish speakingCDA or AA in Early Childhood EducationExperience working with children in the age group of 6 weeks to 5 years old in a group settingWhat We Offer: CAC BenefitsE-Verify Notice: The Company participates in E-Verify. All new hires must complete Form I-9 and their employment eligibility will be confirmed through the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit: www.e-verify.govImportant Notice to Applicants: To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete the application process. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed or considered. Please ensure that all required fields, documents, and information are submitted before the application deadline.