Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher Job Target:
Paladin s erve s as determined advocates for children, persons with disabilities, seniors and their families to provide supports and opportunities to learn, grow and enjoy a meaningful life. Committed to making their school successful and know that creating meaningful relationships with children, parents, and families play a crucial role in that success. With our continuous growth, we are looking to have some teachers join our team.

Substitute Teacher Requirements
* Successful Drug Screening.
* Successful Physical Capacities Examination and TB screen results.
* Criminal History Background Clearance.
* Required computer literacy:
Word processing, database, Internet, spreadsheets, and e-mail.
* Ability to assist in maintaining computerized records for child/family tracking system.
* Ability to visually assess the health and behaviors of children.
* Assist with frequent significant decisions to assure developmental progress of children.
* High School Diploma or Equivalent
* Knowledge of working in a preschool setting preferred, but not required
* Good verbal and written communications skills
* Must have or be willing to obtain Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certifications within 30 days from date of hire.
* Valid Driver's License and access to a privately-owned vehicle with liability insurance for use in completing work responsibilities as required.
* Good verbal and written communications skills.
* Must have Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid Certifications within 30 days from date of hire.
* Bilingual in English and Spanish desirable, but not required. The primary language in the workplace is English.
* Always provides a safe environment with supervision of children at all times, consistently applying active supervision and emergency procedures.
* Assist with endorsing and applying the Reggio Emilia Progettazione in alignment with NAEYC, Indiana Early Learning, and Head Start standards.
* Support the teachers in applying developmentally appropriate behavior management techniques, including Conscious Discipline in alignment with Paladin's image of the child.
* Appropriately implements CACFP procedures (as needed) and complies with all USDA laws..
* Assist teachers with providing parents opportunities to give input into the daily curriculum (as instructed).
* Assist the teachers with planning and implementing meaningful parent engagement opportunities, as needed.
* Build respectful, culturally responsive, and trusting relationships with families.
* Maintain current, valid driver's license and liability insurance at all times on any personal vehicle used to conduct Paladin business.
* Obtain and keep current Adult and Pediatric CPR and First Aid certifications.
* Complete 15 credit hours in ECE and a minimum of 20 hours continuing education, based on individualized professional development plan. Substitute Teacher Benefits
* PTO paid time off
* 403B
* Medical. Vision and Dental Insurance f-