Substitute Preschool Aide

Job Title: Nature Preschool Substitute Aide
Department: Recreation
Reports To: Environmental Education Program Manager
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Classification: Part-Time; Non-exempt
Job Level: 3
Work Environment: Classroom setting, Outdoor nature setting. Boettcher House Nature Center: 2369 Lititz Pike
Summary: This individual must be willing and able to fill in as an aide with short notice. The substitute will also be needed in the absence of one of the teaching staff.
Essential Functions

1. Assist the permanent staff with implementing curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child.
2. Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn both indoors and in nature.
3. Support the program's success; partner with staff and leadership to achieve goals.
4. Cultivate positive relationships with nature while meeting the educational and developmental needs of the students.

Related Functions

1. A passion for the outdoors and teaching

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to talk, hear, and see.
2. Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently.
3. Ability to supervise students in multiple environments including in nature on trails, fields, and woodlands.

Minimum Age: 18
Competencies

1. Willingness to obtain First Aid and CPR certification
2. Required legal background checks
3. Willingness to engage with parents and communicate about their student's growth and success.
4. Knowledge of English word usage, spelling, and punctuation.

Regularly Scheduled Hours
This is a substitute position with no regularly scheduled hours. This individual must be willing and able to fill in as an aide with short notice. The substitute will also be needed in the absence of one of the teaching staff.
Required Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D
2. 1 year of experience working with children.

Preferred Education and Experience

1. 1 year of experience working with children in an educational setting.
2. Graduate of an approved 4-year college or university with a PA Teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education.

Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.