Substitute Child Care Staff (ECE / School Age)

Position Summary

The Substitute Child Care Staff provides support in early childhood and/or school-age programs as needed to ensure continuity of care, supervision, and program quality during staff absences. Substitutes may serve in a variety of classrooms or programs across sites and age groups, assisting in implementing daily routines, activities, and learning environments that promote children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development. Substitutes are expected to uphold Vermont Hills Family Life Center’s (VHFLC) mission, values, and standards of professionalism while ensuring compliance with all state licensing regulations, safety requirements, and organizational policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide active, direct supervision of children in assigned groups, ensuring safety and engagement at all times.
• Support daily routines, activities, and transitions consistent with the center or program’s established schedule.
• Assist in implementing age-appropriate, inclusive, and culturally responsive activities that promote growth and development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Use positive guidance techniques that promote emotional regulation, cooperation, and respect.
• Respond promptly to individual needs of children, including providing comfort, redirection, or basic first aid as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with children, staff, and families.
• Collaborate with the classroom team, following direction from the Lead Teacher or Program Lead to ensure continuity of care and adherence to program plans.
• Follow all organizational and state licensing requirements regarding supervision, safety, ratios, and reporting.
• Attend required training and meetings as assigned.
• Demonstrate reliability, flexibility, and professionalism when filling assignments across centers or programs.