Substitute Daycare/Special Education Teacher Aide

Overview

Do you enjoy working with children with special needs and making a positive impact on their lives? Do you want to gain experience and skills in an early childhood setting? Become a Substitute Daycare/Special Education Teacher Aide at Racker!

In this role, you’ll support the development and well-being of children in a dynamic, inclusive educational setting. Join a team of experienced teachers to both support children with disabilities in integrated preschool classrooms and infant/toddler daycare classrooms as a substitute teacher aide. Our focus is to foster a strength based environment where every child can thrive by learning and growing through play. 

Rate of pay: $17.25 per hour (This position is as needed)

Start your rewarding career—apply today! 

Responsibilities

• Provide a warm, safe, and caring environment for children that will promote learning and a positive self-image, reflecting Racker’s values as defined in the Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles and Code of Conduct 
• Carry out plans and programs for children as assigned by the teacher, including possible one-to-one assignment with a specific child 
• Personal care including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting and positioning 
• Share information with classroom and management team 
• Effective communication as a member of the team, including participation in appropriate meetings 
• Promote open communication and mutual understanding 
• Attend training required by program regulations and as directed by supervisor 
• Contribute to a positive work and learning environment for children in program as well as co-workers – must be professional, courteous and confidential 
• Provide ideas and show initiative to help develop the educational setting 
• Uphold standards of professionalism with regard to behavior and dress 
• Other duties as assigned 
• Bring your creativity, energy, and love of children!

Qualifications

Education, Experience, & Skills:

• High school diploma or GED. Must be at least 18 years old by date of hire.
• Effective written, verbal and communication skills.  
• Related experience preferred.

Physical Capability 

• Ability to physically assist children to participate in the program; ability to lift up to forty (40) pounds; ability to engage in repetitive movements such as sitting/kneeling on floor, bending and stooping; ability to move quickly to attend to a running child.