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North Florida Child Development INC. Substitute Preschool Teacher in PORT ST JOE, Florida

Job Description

Substitutes - Need 3 in PSJ (Part-Time, As needed) Pay Range $13.00 starting/ based on experience and education

Minimum Qualifications:Requires a high school graduate or equivalent.

Position:Substitute Teacher

Reports To:Center Manager Status:Non-Exempt

General Description:To assist teaching staff with daily curriculum instruction in the classroom and outside playground areas.

Contingency:Employment with NFCD is contingent upon an annual appropriation by the Legislature, federal funding, and successful implementation of job requirements, as measured by performance-based evaluations. In the event the federal, state, and/or local funds upon which employment is dependent are withdrawn or redirected, employment may be terminated and NFCD shall have no further liability to the employee beyond that already incurred prior to the termination date. NFCD is an at-will company. Please note that NFCD's Human Resources Policies and Procedures are neither a contract nor a legal document.

A.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties/responsibilities may be assigned) - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment:

Assist teaching staff with schedules, routines and activities in accordance with NFCD Policies and Procedures, Performance Standards, and DCF Licensing Regulations

Detect and report signs of illness, discomfort and usual behavior of children to Teacher / Center Manager

Report suspected abuse/neglect to the appropriate agencies

Be in good physical health, which allows for active involvement with the children, on the floor or the ground outside

Be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds

Assist in daily maintenance of center as follows:

  • Clean and sanitize door knobs, door frames and light switches daily
  • Empty, sanitize and reline waste receptacles at least daily, more if needed
  • Spot clean wall surfaces, windows and mirrors
  • Sweep outside walks and keep playgrounds free of trash and debris

2.Promote education and early childhood development:

Assist teaching staff in curriculum plans to encourage social, emotional, physical, and cognitive skill development through developmental learning activities and environmental set-up

Assist in implementing the Curriculum

3.Ensure a competent, purposeful program, responsive to individual needs:

Establish positive and productive relationships with children, parents, co-workers and visitors

Handle problems in a positive manner and refer parents to the Center Manager for clarification of center policies, as needed

Comply with NFCD's Code of Standards

Complete and maintain records, reports, and all required paperwork in respect to deadlines as deemed appropriate for substitutes

4.Professional Development:

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