On-Call Substitute Preschool Teacher

Substitute Preschool Teacher
Department: Early Childhood Education
Reporting Manager: Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Bonus/Commission Eligible: No

Position Summary
Do you want to be an impactful educator that allows you to build a flexible schedule that works for you? As a substitute teacher at Penfield Children’s Center, you’ll support our Early Head Start and Head Start classrooms by stepping in when teachers are absent, helping maintain a warm, safe, and engaging environment for young children. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and is interested in growing their skills in early childhood education.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Support compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, WI DCF licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Carry out the absent teacher’s or caregiver’s prepared lessons or routines and perform the essential functions identified in an absent teacher’s job description during prolonged absence.
• Uphold classroom policies, procedures, and health/safety practices.
• Follow the classroom’s daily schedule, routines, and guidance from the teaching team.
• Participate in required staff meetings, training, and workshops.
• Support or lead developmentally appropriate, hands-on classroom activities as directed.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment, including refreshing learning centers and ensuring materials are sanitized and in good repair.
• Provide active supervision of children at all times and support positive social-emotional development.
• Assist with documenting attendance, meal counts, and simple classroom notes as directed.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all agency policies and professional boundaries.
• Support inclusive practices and assist children with diverse needs.
• Collaborate respectfully with co-teachers, center staff, and families to support a positive learning environment.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements for suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing classroom assignments and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.