SUBSTITUTE PRESCHOOLTEACHER

Summary:

Are you a nurturing individual who has a lot of experience working with children within the ages of Birth – Five years old? Would you enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment in a values-driven organization that cares deeply for its employees? The Mandel JCC Early Childhood Center is seeking a compassionate, reflective and intentional individual who understands child development, believes play is the work of children, and is inspired to create positive change in our local community.

Expectations of Employees:

• Support the Mission and Core Values of the Mandel JCC.
• Ensure the highest quality of programs and services and process a working knowledge of agency programs and services
• Represent the Agency and provide the highest quality of customer service.
• Adhere to all policies and practices provided in the employee handbook.
• Attend appropriate staff meetings

Essential Functions:

• Assists in providing developmentally appropriate curricular experiences for young children.
• Responsible for assisting in setting up and cleaning up the classroom.
• Ensures each child is never left alone.
• Fulfill daily hourly schedule.
• Change diapers on a rotating basis with other regular caregivers in the classroom. Assist children with toilet mastery (in a toddler classroom).
• Fill in daily sheets for each child.
• Serve lunch to children in the classroom. Clear table and sweep floor afterwards.
• Bring cots into classroom and set them up for children’s rest time. Assist children who needs help and comforting to settle I for resting.
• Make sure room and outdoor play area is straightened, and the room is ready to be easily cleaned by the housekeeping staff.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other Responsibilities:

• Upholds the professional standards of his/her field and always acts in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of The J and will protect and enhance its reputation and standing in the community.
• Adheres to The J’s code of ethics and avoids any real or perceived conflicts of interest.
• Shows respect for co-workers and members and an understanding of and appreciation for the diversity of the Agency’s staff, members, and audiences.
• Aspires to excellence in all aspects of his/her work and serves as a model for others.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Adheres to all Mandel JCC protocols, procedures, rules, and policies.

Qualifications:

• High School degree and relevant work experience
• Desire to work with young children.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.
• Willingness to learn and receive feedback.
• As Needed, could be full days or half day options