JCEO is a private, not-for-profit human service agency that serves the residents of Clinton and Franklin Counties in New York State. All programs are based on JCEO's mission to alleviate poverty through practical, timely, and innovative services that emphasize and develop problem-solving skills for people.

Part-Time, As-Needed, Non-Exempt
Hourly Rate of Pay: $15.56

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual to join our team as a Head Start/Early Head Start Substitute. The ideal candidate will seamlessly fill in for our regular teacher, assistant teacher, or provide support as a temporary classroom aide. This role involves following a meticulously crafted curriculum and executing lesson plans to ensure our children get the best educational experience.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.):

• Upon assignment, sign and review the Substitute Handbook, acquainting oneself with the specific site details and children in attendance.
• Adhere to any written guidelines or instructions left by the regular staff or management.
• Implement lesson plans and engage in daily programming under the guidance of the teacher, assistant teacher, or other site staff.
• Collaborate on all program activities and assist with curriculum planning.
• Evaluate child performance in partnership with the teaching staff.
• Aid in executing the center's daily routines.
• Supervise children and oversee center activities, working alongside the regular teaching and site staff.
• Strictly maintain confidentiality in line with agency policies and standards.
• Prepare and maintain the cleanliness and organization of the center.
• Provide individual or small-group support to reinforce developmentally appropriate learning concepts.
• Attend all mandatory training sessions.
• Ensure strict compliance with all Head Start Performance Standards, New York State Daycare Licensing Regulations, health and safety regulations, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the Joint Council for Economic Opportunity, Inc.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Prior experience in early childhood education is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to upholding the highest standards of education and care for our students.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A substitute for the Teacher- Must have attained a AAS or BS/BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field with 24 credit hours of course work equivalent to a major relating to Early Childhood Education, with experience teaching pre-school age children.

A substitute for the assistant teacher or acting as the temporary classroom aide must have attained high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

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 stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk and hear.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and to taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.  The employee is occasionally exposed to working in close proximity to  moving vehicles and toxic or caustic chemicals.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
JCEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department at 518-561-6310 or via email at hr@jceo.org.