Extra-Help Early Childhood Substitute Teacher (Pool)

Description

Governors State University is seeking to hire an Extra-Help Early Childcare Education Substitute Teacher to provide classroom coverage as needed for the day. This position maintains a developmentally appropriate, safe, and nurturing environment; adheres to daily schedules; and ensures teacher/child ratios are maintained across classrooms for children ages 0-8, in accordance with DCFS, EHS, PFA, and NAEYC standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead or assist the teachers in the assigned classroom to implement a developmentally appropriate educational curriculum.
• Work as part of a teaching team to meet the needs of individual children while remaining responsive to and aware of group needs.
• Follow and maintain daily routines and schedules and classroom management
• Follow all program rules, regulations, and standards.
• Ensure the safety of the children in the assigned group, inspecting indoor and outdoor toys and equipment daily, and ensure that all children are actively supervised by sight and sound.
• Maintain awareness of allergies and medical conditions and administer medication and/or fist aid as trained.
• Maintain teacher/child ratios at all times
• Float between classrooms as needed to cover breaks or teacher plan time as needed.
• Change diapers and/or assist with toileting.
• Complete paperwork and documentation as required.

Yes carrying/lifting is required on a routine basis. Indicate weight in pounds: 50

Hours: 7.5 hour shift between 7:00 am and 5:30 pm as needed

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 19 years of age
• High school diploma or transcripts (must provide an official copy)
• DCFS Teacher Qualified (60 hours of college with at least 6 hours of ECE credits.)
• Must have a Gateways Early Childhood Level 1 Credential or working toward it.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Provide DCFS Physical as well as immunization records and TB test
• Pass a DCFS Background Check
• Must have or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and Food Handler Training (regularly renewed based on expiration dates).
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be capable of representing the Family Development Center and the University in a positive manner.

Desired Education and Experience:

• Associate/Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education
• Three (3) years of experience in a licensed infant/toddler/twos or preschool classroom.
• Illinois Gateways Early Childhood Education Credential Level 4/5 Credential or Illinois Gateways Infant/Toddler Credential Level 4/5 Credential (https://registry.ilgateways.com/)

Supplemental Information

• REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
• Resume
• Proof of High school diploma or transcripts (must provide an official copy)
• Proof of DCFS Teacher Qualified (60 hours of college with at least 6 hours of ECE credits.)
• Proof of Gateways Early Childhood Level 1 Credential or working toward it.