Substitute Teacher Aide

Job Purpose: Assist the Teacher in creating a positive environment for growth and learning; ensuring compliance with program requirements/standards, CACFP, and day care licensing regulations. Job Duties: - Project a positive attitude when communicating with staff, families, children and the general public. Represent CLMCAA in a positive manner in the community and when attending community events and training functions. - Assist in activities /strategies consistent with school readiness goals/ High Scope/ Conscious Discipline - Sit with and assist children at meal times - Assist bus driver in safely transporting children to and from school and field trips - Distribute home/center communications - Assist in custodial duties of the classroom/center - Complete and document at least 16 clock hours of training per calendar year. - Related duties as assigned. Integrity: - Ensure confidentiality of children and their families, agency and co-workers - Understand and promote the goals and philosophy of Head Start. - Become familiar with CLM CAA's Employee Handbook and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct and follow policies outlined therein. - Has general knowledge of, and adheres to Head Start Program Performance Standards and the agency's mission statement. - Adhere to CLM CAA policies and procedures, and Head Start policies and procedures. - Represent CLM CAA, its policies and point of view while interacting with other agencies and individuals. - Works the number of hours designated in personnel action, reports absences to immediate supervisor at least one hour prior to scheduled time to report. - Reports to work area ready to begin work at the assigned time. Minimum Requirements - Experience working with children in an early childhood setting - Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills - Excellent interpersonal skills - Computer skills essential - Must have valid identification and reliable transportation. - Local travel required - Flexible working hours on an occasional basis - Current certification in CPR and First Aid - Must have Comprehensive Criminal Background Check which meets program requirements.