Substitute Teacher

Description:

In the absence of an assigned Teacher for the classroom due to a vacancy, and under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director/Program Coordinator, will provide instruction to students, document student progress, ensure the safety of the students and adhere to the professional standards recommended by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.

Responsibilities:

Supervisory Role:

This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

Principal Responsibilities:

The below enumerated principal responsibilities are inclusive of both program specific and firm-wide related administration, as applicable.

1. Facilitate the assignment of the Teacher Assistant(s)/Teacher Aide(s) to work with individual students or groups of students on instructional projects and activities.

2. Meet with the Assistant Director to plan instructional activities and lesson plans following The Creative Curriculum format.

3. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, write individual anecdotal records and work with the Assistant Director on the preparation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and the monitoring of student progress.

4. Communicate with parents verbally and in writing under the direction of the Assistant Director.

5. Participate in team meetings for students.

6. Following the early learning center manual and health and safety plans, monitor the safety and

   well-being of the students.

7. Perform other related duties as requested.

Expected Results of Principal Responsibilities:

1. Work collaboratively with Teacher Assistants/Teacher Aides in the classroom.
2. Individualize instruction and behavioral strategies for students to master IEP goals.
3. Monitor students’ development and learning and report outcomes for students using data. 4. Ensure that there is a partnership between the school and parents.

5. Communicate the educational perspective at interdisciplinary team meetings for students.
6. Ensure compliance with safety, health and administrative issues related to students and staff. 7. All other related duties as requested.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of the job, the employee will be in the classroom and school environment performing teaching responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to have visual acuity, and talking and hear while communicating with peers, supervisor, and students. This position is active and requires movement in the classroom and in the school environment. The employee must occasionally lift or move student weighing over 30 pounds.

Position Type:

This is a temporary full-time position.

Qualifications: