Floater/Substitute

EHS Floater/Substitute

This position serves as a Substitute for coverage in the classroom and kitchen as needed. Substitutes assists the Lead Teacher in planning and supervising for a classroom of 8 children according to Head Start Performance Standards and DOHMH Article 47 regulations to implement classroom activities, works cooperatively and supports all program staff and with the general maintenance of the classroom to insure the health and safety of the children in the program. Floater may also be placed in the kitchen under the supervision of a cook certified with Food Handlers License to help prepare and deliver meals.

Minimum High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED); some college credits preferred.

Experience working with young children.

Ability to work with children and families with special developmental, social or cultural needs.

Ability to interpret documents such as safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Ability to foster and maintain positive, professional relationships with staff and participants.

Clearance through DOI Fingerprint Screening, NYS Central Registry, Sex Offender Registry clearance, 3 reference checks, physical examination with updated TB test, Varicella, Tdap, MMR (fees may apply)

Obtain Mandated Reporter training certificate (every 2 years) and comply with agencys policy and procedure regarding identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect

Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, the Substitute shall be responsible for:

• Assisting in the maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment in accordance with Department of Health and Head Start requirements.
• Assisting and supporting staff in the planning and implementation of programming that takes into account the emotional, social, physical, cognitive, and language developmental and health needs of the individual child as well as the group.
• Working cooperatively with the teacher and coordinator to ensure the childrens goals and objectives are met.
• Maintaining confidentiality of family records, written and verbal information, including child behavior and parent communication.
• Notifying the Lead Teacher of any concerns or observations of child health and behavior.
• Participating in ongoing observation of childrens health, behavior and development in keeping with identified Early Head Start and Grand Street Settlement policies and practices.
• Consulting with teacher prior to communicating information about individual children to parents.
• Supporting kitchen coverage as needed, adhering to all health and safety requirements.
• Participating in appropriate training and meetings as assigned.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Flexible schedule to cover for staff as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required from time-to-time.

Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)