Substitute Teacher
Description
Summary
Immediate need for an energetic, reliable, positive, professional substitute teacher for our Early Childhood Educational licensed Center. We have 6 classrooms with ages 6 weeks through rising kindergarteners. Our Center is a top-rated early childhood program with a very positive reputation for excellence. We are open 7:30am-5:30pm M-F.
We are always accepting applications for this role.
Duties
Cover shifts for staff as they have planned and/or unplanned absences for their regular schedules.
Requirements
- Must be 18 or older, legally allowed to work in the US, and have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must be physically able to do the work required with young children.
- Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs.
- Must clear a fingerprinting background test.
- Must complete trainings and preservice requirements as dictated by DHS (Department of Human Services).
- Must have experience working with young children.
Nice To Haves
- C.D.A. or higher level in early childhood education
- 2+ years experience working with young children
- Center-based experience in Early Childhood Education
- CPR/1st Aid Certification
Benefits
- Paid for all required trainings
- Pension benefits available
- Flexible scheduling
- No nights, no weekends
- Job growth and promotions available
About Us
First Steps Child Development Center has been a pillar in Early Childhood Education in the community for over 60 years. First Steps offers the highest standard of childcare and early childhood education for ages 6 weeks through age 5, with six classrooms and separate indoor and outdoor gym areas. The Center is housed within the First United Methodist Church of Oak Ridge, TN and operates as a "daughter ministry" of the church. However, the program is not a religious program in nature. First Steps has consistently been a 3 Star Center in the State of Tennessee, and is currently going through national accreditation as a Center of Excellence with NECPA. Over 63% of our teachers hold a minimum of a C.D.A in Early Childhood Education, with many having bachelor's and master's degrees as well. We fully support our teachers as they provide the highest quality in early childhood education.
Common Questions
What is the education required?
At least a high school diploma or equivalent
What does this position pay?
This Substitute Teacher role pays $14 to $16/Hr.
Is this full-time or part-time?
This job is Flexible.
Where is First Steps Child Development Center located?
First Steps Child Development Center is located at 1350 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN