The Y in Central Maryland·Maryland
The substitute teacher collaborates with classroom teachers to ensure the successful operation of Head Start classrooms. They are responsible for maintaining the health, welfare, and safety of children while fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
As a Y Substitute Teacher for Head Start, you will work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to ensure successful operation of a classroom. You will be called upon when needed and will be asked to work at various locations throughout the Y’s Head Start areas of operation. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the health, welfare, and safety of the children in the program. You will contribute to the creation of an environment which fosters the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development of each child in your care. As a Y Substitute Teacher for Head Start, you’ll contribute to the Y and to the broader community we serve by working with our littlest participants who are economically disadvantaged and help them prepare for success in school and life.
An interest in the well-being and education of young children, enthusiasm, patience, good humor, good judgment and a good spirit 1 year of early childhood experience The ability to clearly communicate and effectively listen to children, parents/guardians, members, and other Y associates 90 Hour Child Care Certificate; or minimum of AA in Early Childhood Education
Candidates must have at least one year of early childhood experience and possess a 90-hour child care certificate or an associate degree in early childhood education. Strong communication skills and a commitment to the well-being of young children are essential.
Market context
In Maryland, substitute teacher openings often reflect ongoing day-to-day coverage needs in elementary schools, so districts may move quickly when they find qualified candidates. This role is competitive because preferred qualifications include an Elementary Education degree, current MSDE certification, child development knowledge, and elementary classroom experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your certification status and highlight any recent elementary teaching or supervision experience in your application.