This is a long term substitute position at our Annandale center. This assignment is anticipated to last approximately 20 weeks, with the duration subject to change based on program needs.

Head Start Substitute Teacher Job Summary:

As part of the WCCA team, all employees work to help us achieve our mission. By working together, we will fulfill the Agency's goals as set forth in our strategic plan. We strive for continuous improvement and are helped along that path through the use of the Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) data system. ROMA helps us in many areas including assessment, planning, implementation, achievement of results, and evaluation. We seek outcomes that align with individual program standards, national ROMA goals and the National Community Action Partnership. The purpose of the Substitute Teacher is to implement daily Head Start center-based activities for enrolled families and children. This position must assist the permanent staff, including the Center Supervisor, with daily center-based operations. Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Family Development, Social Work, or other human services related field or have a Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or are working toward obtaining a Child Development Associate Credential.
• Classroom or Head Start experience as an Early Childhood Educator.
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid training, CPR training, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination and Applicant Background Studies.
• Experience and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children.
• Experience within a Head Start classroom is preferred. Required Skills and Abilities
• Ability to relate to and work cooperatively with staff and parent committees.
• Ability to relate to and work comfortably with parents and children of low-income families, children with special needs and their parents and parents and children of diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to attend occasional night or Saturday meetings, trainings, outreach or committees as required.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with inter-agency preschool education, human services, and related providers.
• Must have access to transportation for regular, local business and travel.
• Must be able to utilize and operate computers in daily operations.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor
• Abilities in Spanish, desired.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:

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Head Start Specific Responsibilities:

• To assist the Teacher in-charge with all center and field activities.
• To assist Teacher in-charge implementation of daily lesson plan.
• To assist the Teacher in-charge with record keeping activities (attendance, food counts, etc.).
• Maintain open lines of communication with all Head Start staff, enrolled children and families.
• To assist with bus monitoring on assigned routes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Pay:

$23.62 - $25.45 per hour

Work Location:

In person