HumanKind · 15 hours ago
Early Head Start Substitute
Bedford, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expHumanKind is a non-profit human services organization that has been serving children and families for more than 120 years. In this role, you'll provide high-quality infant and toddler early education and child development services, ensuring that every child receives the care and attention they deserve.
Child CareHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide responsive care, effective teaching methods, and organized learning environment that promotes healthy development for all children in alignment with Office of Head Start (OHS) standards, including children of all abilities, cultures and languages
Ensure a safe classroom environment that provides nurturing interactions, fostering trust and emotional security; provide a foundation for early childhood communication and rich language development; promote critical thinking and problem solving; promote structure that supports life-skills development
In a Teacher’s absence, implement the Teacher’s lesson plans and job responsibilities
In an Assistant’s absence, collaboratively work with the Center Manager to ensure classrooms consistently meet all regulation requirements, to include: safely prepping and serving meals and snacks, appropriately diapering and toileting children, laundering bedding and other center items, setting up classrooms for transitions (such as nap time), sanitizing toys and classroom surfaces
Substitutes are assigned to a primary center in Lynchburg or Bedford. If the substitute can provide coverage at our other EHS location, mileage reimbursement will be provided
Qualification
Required
High school diploma, or equivalent
Must be 18 years of age or older
Knowledge in early childhood care and education, specifically infant and toddler development, and ability to work with mixed age groups
Ability to learn and adhere to Virginia licensing/subsidy standards and Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS), and Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Ability to establish professional relationships and maintain professional boundaries with diverse children, families, colleagues, and community partners while maintaining confidentiality
Ability to lift and carry children, bend, sit on the floor, and be physically active inside and outside in all weather
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, responding to stressful situations with maturity
Preferred
Six months' experience in an early childhood or caregiver setting is preferred
Benefits
403(b) Retirement plan with company match and contribution
Professional development opportunities
Company growth and advancement
Flexible scheduling
Company
HumanKind
HumanKind is a human services organization serving children and families.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0MKey Investors
Food LionTruist Foundation
2024-11-20Grant· $0M
2024-02-14Grant
Leadership Team
Stan Southworth
President/Chief Executive Officer
Nelson Nava
Chief Financial Officer/ Treasurer
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