Substitute Staff
CONNECTICUT INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITIES INC
Location
Danbury, Connecticut
Salary
$17 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Substitute Assistant Teacher assists in maintaining classroom routines, curriculum, and meal activities for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. They work under the direction of the Substitute Coordinator and the lead classroom teacher to ensure a supportive learning environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED, with childcare experience preferred but not required. Applicants must also meet health requirements, including documentation free of communicable diseases and the ability to lift 40 lbs.
Job description
Description CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs (HEAD START & EARLY START) seeks hourly / per-shift Substitute Assistant Teachers. Our Substitutes are highly utilized in a fast-paced environment, while allowing maximum schedule flexibility. Substitute staff often lead to permanent employment. Perfect P/T opportunity for College students and parents.
Program hours are Mon-Friday 7
30am-6pm, available shifts are coverage dependent (e.g. 8-4pm; 10-6pm; 2-6pm). Substitute Assistant Teachers are scheduled for planned staff vacations and for day-of, unplanned coverage needs. Some long term assignments are available.
Substitute classroom staff work under the direction of the Substitute Coordinator and a daily classroom Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting classrooms to maintain routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for children (ages 6 weeks-5 years old).
This position is a great opportunity for candidates interested in Early Childhood Education, an opportunity to learn about the field or gain experience, and a desire for maximum schedule flexibility.
This position offers occupational growth opportunities.
Benefits
Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Professional development assistance Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday On call 3-10 hour shifts available
Requirements
Successful candidates possess: Are 18 years or older; A high school diploma or GED equivalence (preferred); Have some childcare or preschool experience; and/or Motivated candidates do not require experience. Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
Health Requirements
Recent documentation free of communicable diseases (i.e. TB and COVID); and Recent fit for duty examination. Ability to lift 40 lbs.
Closing Date: open until Filled
Benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
