Substitute Assistant Teacher

Other related duties

1. Works alternative hours as required, including nights and weekends. 2. Prepares, and attends all meetings, trainings, and conferences as assigned. 3. Maintains self and functional work environment. 4. Performs other tasks as may be required for the efficient comprehensive, integrated program.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1.
• Must demonstrate positive and caring attitude, initiative and good judgment, and be flexible with program changes.
• 2.
• Familiarity with Head Start standards, requirements, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• 3.
• Must be able to read and write legibly in English and demonstrate comprehension of basic math.
• 4.
• Second language (Spanish, Arabic or other program-identified language) proficiency preferred.
• 5.
• Must be sensitive to cultural differences within the community, the program, and the agency.
• 6.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Outlook) applications.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• 1.
• Must be able to work with pre-school age children 2.
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment with moderate interruptions.
• 3.
• May need to work in a non-air-conditioned facility and may be in contact with communicable diseases.
• 4.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, assist children to the bathroom, sit on floor and ambulate over uneven floor surfaces including stairs, steps and playgrounds.
• 5.
• Must be able to visually and auditorily assess and interact with clients to ensure their safety and well-being.
• 6.
• Requires driving and may lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

Education/Background

1. Must meet one the following educational requirements

1. High School Diploma or equivalent and must be actively enrolled in a pre-school Child Development Associate (CDA) program upon hire. Program must be completed within 2 years of hire. 2. High School Diploma or equivalent plus active enrollment in a program leading to an AA or BA in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or another directly related discipline that includes at least 12 credit hours of ECE coursework to be completed within 2 years of hire. Continuous enrollment required. 2. Minimum of six (6) months experience preferred. 3. Second language (Spanish or other program-approved language) proficiency preferred.

Credentials, Licenses, and Certifications

• 1.
• Meets Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) requirements for licensure 2.
• Possesses or acquires, and maintains, Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance 3.
• Provides approved documentation of a negative result for a tuberculin (TB) skin test or chest x-ray 4.
• Meets federal Head Start employment requirements including physical examination at hire 5.
• Possesses or completes verified training in First Aid and CPR (within ninety (90) days of hire) and remains current in the certification 6.
• Possesses or acquires, and maintains, valid Maricopa County Environmental Services Food Service Worker Certificate or the Manager Certification 7.
• Possesses and maintains valid Arizona driver license (An individual must be 21 years of age or older to drive on behalf of Catholic Charities Community Services Westside Head Start) 8.
• Reliable personal transportation and ability to show proof of current/valid vehicle registration and insurance with state minimum liability coverage.

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