Early Childhood Education (ECE) Substitute Instructional Aide

This position is an On-Call position meaning you will be called in on a needed basis.

SUMMARY

Under the guidance and supervision of the ECE Program Supervisor and ECE Teacher, the ECE Substitute Instructional Aide will substitute for the ECE Instructional Aide when needed. They will assist in the planning, preparation, and performance of all duties under their responsibility, and monitor children enrolled in FIELD/EPIC ECE Child Care Centers at all times. The successful candidate will report to the ECE Teacher when substituting for the ECE Instructional Aide. The ECE Substitute Instructional Aide will also assist volunteers at the location. This is a hands-on role and will require performing tasks associated with the assistance of instruction and supervision of ECE children. The individual working in this role will be responsible for providing a meaningful, nurturing, and safe environment to all children under their care at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Include, but are not limited to, the following. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Assist the ECE teacher in the preschool classroom, as required
• Assist the ECE teacher in preparation and implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom activities
• May assist in daily progress notes, maintenance of files and reports
• Maintenance of room environment and equipment including cleaning of toys and furniture as necessary
• Participation in preschool in-service and committee activities as directed
• May be required to perform duties at different preschool sites
• Attend classroom staff meetings and program professional development trainings as needed
• Follow all preschool performance standards, Preschool Learning Foundations, and Title 22 licensing requirements (as applicable)
• Collaborate with and assist volunteers as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment.
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth, organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Possess the skills needed to learn and utilize software and other technology in ECE instruction.
• Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social/emotional and developmental needs for all types of learners.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge and consistent practice of the ethical guidelines as outlined by EPIC, federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations.
• Ability to assist with developing the program.
• Ability to contribute expertise in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards in the area of expertise.
• Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Must have tuberculosis (TB) clearance or obtain TB clearance before beginning work.
• Must be able to pass fingerprinting (Live Scan) and criminal record clearance by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
• Must have a Health Screening Report clearance before beginning work.
• Must have Immunization records.
  • Pertussis
  • Measles

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum six (6) ECE units from an accredited college.
• Must have knowledge of Title 22 requirements
• Previous experience working in an ECE class setting, preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have a current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certificate, or be able to complete the training within (14) days from hire date.
• Must have a current Food Handlers Certificate, or be able to complete the training within thirty (30) days from hire date.
• Must have a current Child Care Providers Mandated Reporter certificate, or be able to complete the training within ninety (90) days from hire date.
• Must have valid drivers license and personal automobile insurance.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to travel as needed/required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, reports, etc.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close supervision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily works in a classroom environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.