Wonder School Preschool Substitute Teacher

Columbus State Community College; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Ohio is seeking a part-time Preschool Substitute Teacher to assist with curriculum implementation and mentor student teachers. Candidates should have an associate degree in Early Childhood Development and Education and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This role plays a crucial part in creating a positive and engaging learning environment for preschool children. Competitive hourly compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working with adult students and children ages 3-5.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Ability to engage student teachers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans with student teachers in a preschool setting.
• Assess children's development and collect relevant data.
• Model guidance practices for student teachers.

Skills

Child development assessment

Classroom management

Collaborative teaching

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Development and Education

Job description

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The Pre-School Substitute Teacher is a part-time position. Under the guidance of the Lead Instructor, the Substitute Teacher assists with the implementation of the curriculum and maintains a positive learning environment for the children in the classroom. The Substitute Teacher will also offer support and mentorship to ECDE student teachers.

Compensation Type: Salaried
Compensation: $18.00

Job Summary

The Early Childhood Development and Education Program (ECDE), in partnership with the Columbus Museum of Art and The Childhood League Center, operates Wonder School, a lab school for ECDE students. At Wonder School, student teachers gain the knowledge and experience they need to launch their careers and become the next generation of leaders in early childhood education. As a lab school, Wonder School invites children to participate in interest-driven learning and serves as a training classroom for future teachers.

Responsibilities

• Preschool children and families: Implements weekly lesson plans in collaboration with student teachers and ECDE faculty.
• Aides in the assess children's development and routinely collects data.
• Models and provides guidance to student teachers to help resolve issues with children when necessary.
• Ensure the safety of all children in our program.
• Closely follow licensing regulations related to childcare.
• ECDE student teacher engagement: Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning for student teachers.
• Engages student teachers in the classroom set-up each morning and conducts an end-of-class discussion to summarize the day.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Performs Other Duties As Assigned

• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.

Minimum Education And Experience Required

• Associate degree in Early Childhood Development and Education or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience working with adult students and children ages 3-5.

Licenses and Certifications

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrate ability to gain access to work site(s).

Physical Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in this position description. While performing duties of this job, the employee regularly exhibits digital dexterity when entering data into computer. The employee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employee converses verbally or manually with others in person as well as by telephone. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on computer screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

Working Conditions

• Typical preschool classroom environment. Regular exposure to moderate noise typical to preschool rooms.

In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following: please ensure you have all the necessary documents available when starting the application process. For all faculty positions (Instructor, Annually Contracted Faculty, and Adjunct), you will need to upload an unofficial copy of your transcript when completing your application. Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.