Substitute Teacher
Children's Community Center
- Menomonee Falls, WI
- $14.00-15.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
Works when scheduled and arrives on time.
Follows child/teacher ratios.
Dresses appropriately for position; neat appearance & follows dress code.
Maintains confidentiality concerning children/families/staff information.
Maintains professional working relationships with other staff members.
Works as a collaborator with flexibility (within classroom, pod, & center).
Maintains positive and open relationship with office/administrative staff. Has an overall cheerful outlook.
Follows lead teacher directions/responsibilities as given and accepts constructive criticism.
Is familiar with and follows center policies.RELATIONSHIP WITH CHILDREN:
Presents a friendly and warm demeanor. Gets down on the floor/same level with the children.
Shows respect for individuals and promotes/reinforces positive behavior and communications.
Avoids labeling of children.
Sensitive to children's moods; adjusts standards when children are fatigued or over-stimulated.
Speaks to children using positive phrases and tone; limits the use of "no," "don't," "stop" (ex: "Blocks are for building" vs. "Stop throwing blocks").
Good sanitary practices (handwashing for self and children, clean faces, clean diapers, etc.).SKILLS WORKING IN CLASSROOM:
Fulfills the job responsibilities of the position they are subbing for (Lead or Assistant Teacher, Aide)
Helps lead teacher in following classroom schedule/routine.
Implements lesson plans/learning centers when Lead Teacher is absent.
Supports children in learning centers/lesson plan activities.
Supplies a variety of activities/materials for children at any given time (allows for choices).
Maintains a clean, safe, and presentable classroom and is aware of safety/health precautions for children.
Displays patience; deals with the act - not the child in disciplinary situations; uses logical consequences.
Helps daily with snack, meal, naptimes, diapering and toileting children.
Help daily with classroom chores including washing and disinfecting tables, washing dishes, sweeping, mopping, cleaning classroom toilet/sinks, washing classroom windows/doors, and gathering the garbage.SKILLS COLLABORATING WITH PARENTS AND FAMILIES:
Listens and responds appropriately to parents/families.
Seeks partnership and is approachable with parents/families.
Greets families with a smile.
Communicates with details of a child's day (not just "he/she had a good day").PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Attends regular staff meetings.
Meets or exceeds State requirements in fulfilling continuing education hours.
Follows State regulations in the classroom.
Seeks new educational improvement opportunities and uses new instructional strategies.*An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.RequirementsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma
Technology/Equipment: Cell phone, tabletPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Some College preferred
Experience and/or Training: Childcare experience preferred; Introduction to the Childcare Profession, Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher, Fundamentals of Infant/Toddler Care, Abusive Head Trauma Training, Mandated Reporter Training, CPR/AED
Technology/Equipment: Same as abovePHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Speak and hear communications.
Occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds.
May be needed to work hours outside of the typical workday.
Organizational skills for the generation of detailed reports, documentation, etc.
Ability to interact professionally with parents and staff.WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Can be noisy with children's voices.
*The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.Nice To HavesBirthday Gift Card
Back to School Dinner
Teacher Appreciation Dinner
No weekends, evenings, or holidaysBenefits403b Contribution
Longevity Bonus
FSA
Reduced Tuition
Insurance ReimbursementAbout UsChildren's Community Center (CCC) is a non-profit preschool and childcare center, located in a residential neighborhood, in Menomonee Falls, WI. Established in 1975, CCC was founded on being a full-inclusion center that welcomed and included everyone. 47 years later, this is still our mission.CCC is a large childcare center that has 18 classrooms, licensed for 235 children and cares for children ages 1 month through 12 years old. Since CCC was built and designed to be a childcare center, we are fortunate to have 3 indoor gross motor areas, 4 outdoor play areas, and a 2-acre nature center that is handicap accessible. We are proud to have staff, with years of experience, ranging from brand new to 40 years.One of the founders of CCC wrote a motto that we all try to live by each day. It is engraved on a rock in the front of our building, as a reminder to us as we come and go each day. As an employee of CCC we ask that you embrace our motto and help us live out our mission for the children and families that we serve and care for.~ Each child uniquely different, Each child equally precious-Waters