Description
Governors State University is seeking to hire an Extra-Help Early
Childcare Education Substitute Teacher to support classroom
teachers in maintaining required ratios and implementing daily
classroom activities and routines. The position provides a safe,
nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children
ages 0-5 years old while adhering to DCFS, Early Head Start (EHS),
Preschool for All Expansion (PFAE) Prevention Initiative (PI), and
NAEYC accreditation standards.
Essential Responsibilities
- Implement an age-appropriate, success-oriented, developmentally
appropriate center-based program using the designated
curricula.
Integrate all aspects of Early Head Start Performance
Standards, Illinois DCFS day care regulations, and NAEYC
accreditation standards into the schedule and curriculum for each
child.
Use active supervision to assure that all children are
supervised within sight and sound at all times.
Maintain awareness of allergies and medical conditions.
Administer medication as trained.
Eat with and assist children in the development of social and
self-help skills and sound nutritional practice using Family Style
Meal practices..
Work as a collaborative team to design an environment and
activities designed to meet the health, safety, and educational
needs of assigned children.
Follow and maintain daily routine and schedule and maintain
classroom management.
Provide responsive caregiving, assist with feeding and
diapering, and self-help skills, such as handwashing, toileting,
toothbrushing, and hygiene practices as appropriate per age
group.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
- At least 19 years of age
- High school diploma or transcripts (must provide an official
copy)
- DCFS Teacher Qualified (60 hours of college with at least 6
hours of ECE credits.)
- Must have a Gateways Early Childhood Level 1 Credential or
working toward it.
Supplemental Information
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resume
2. Proof of High school diploma or transcripts (must provide an
official copy)
3. Proof of DCFS Teacher Qualified (60 hours of college with at
least 6 hours of ECE credits.)
4. Proof of Gateways Early Childhood Level 1 Credential or working
toward it.