Preschool Substitute Teacher

Purpose of the Job

This position is for the teacher substituting in the classroom. The Substitute reports at 8:40 am and leaves at 2:30 pm.

Kirk Preschool Substitute Teachers implement the lesson plans that are prepared by the classroom teacher. The Substitute supervises the children in their care and responds throughout the day to the children’s needs for safety, guidance and Christ’s love. The Substitute works closely with the co-teacher to provide collaboration and direction to support the function of the classroom.

Substitutes work under the supervision of the On-site Director. Teachers are reviewed for quality of performance and compliance with the beliefs of the church and policies of the preschool.

• Meets all physical and emotional needs of the children in the classroom
• Implements developmentally appropriate lesson plans that meet the needs of all students in the classroom
• Uses developmentally appropriate guidance techniques that meet the needs of the whole child
• Complies with DHS regulations
• Greets and welcomes parents upon arrival
• May communicate important information to parents
• Attends devotions every morning that they are scheduled to work
• Uses Best Teaching Practices to meet the needs of all students

• Active member of a local Christian church
• A bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or related field preferred, or classroom experience
• Able to lift 45 pounds
• Able to sit on the floor for short periods of time to interact with children
• Able to effectively communicate with children, co-workers and parents