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POSITION: Substitute Preschool Teacher Pool
DIVISION: Health and Human Services Division
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time / As Needed
COMPENSATION: Wage commensurate with education and experience
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until filled
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Jones College is seeking applicants for a Substitute Preschool Teacher Pool to provide support for the Center for Child Development on an as-needed basis. Substitute Preschool Teachers are responsible for assisting with and/or leading classroom activities and providing care and supervision for children up to approximately five years of age when regular staff are absent. Responsibilities include:
• Provide and maintain a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment for children, suitable for children's development and implement appropriate, quality, programs, and activities to promote each child's physical, social, cultural, emotional, and intellectual development
• Assist in ensuring a balance between small group, large group, and individual experiences
• Carry out lesson plans in an age-appropriate manner and teach in a manner suitable for the ages of all participating students.
• Help children meet educational milestones through personalized instruction and other supplementary assistance.
• Collaborate with other teachers, instructors, and staff members to create an optimal learning and care environment.
• Work with diverse populations of children and adults from a wide variety of cultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds.
• Assist with classroom activities that include fundamental vocabulary, simple shapes, basic colors, letters, and numbers into the curriculum.
• Pick up, prepare, and serve meals.
• Encourage supportive and productive relationships with families, staff, and the community
• Maintain developmental records, attendance records, and other routine forms as assigned
• Develop and implement appropriate behavior guidance practices, which relate to children's development levels
• Manage a busy classroom environment, and provide the structure and discipline required for successful learning for everyone in the classroom.
• Ensure children with special needs are appropriately supported and that staff follow guidance provided by appropriate agencies and specialists.
• Facilitate effective communication between children and staff, staff and parents and staff and administration
• Support and facilitate the involvement of parents in the preschool and the children's learning
• Remain up to date with, and adhere to, all policies covering health and safety, licensing, and emergencies
• Report any suspected cases of abuse and neglect, in line with any relevant legal requirements
• Keep track of children's medical conditions and actively monitor children with allergies
• Complete accident reports where necessary
• Maintain confidentiality in line with regulatory and legal requirements
• Plan and complete bulletin boards and classroom materials as needed
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and training sessions as requested
• Perform any other tasks related to the children, classroom, students, center, etc.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Associate degree in Early Childhood or a similar program of study
• Ability to work with young children in a preschool setting
• Familiarity with classroom management skills
• Submit to a criminal background check upon hire
• Ability to secure Tummy Safe Certification
• Ability to secure CPR/First Aid Certification
• Ability to plan, lead, and participate in activities, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Must provide an updated immunization record (Form 121) in accordance with state childcare regulations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood or similar program of study
• Tummy Safe Certification
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Prior experience in a preschool classroom or childcare setting
CONTACT PERSONS:
All inquiries should be routed through the Human Resources Department:
Mrs. Christy Holifield
Jones College
Human Resources Director
900 South Court Street
Ellisville, MS 39437
Office: 601-477-2406
Fax: 601-477-4017
Applicant must provide the following by the closing date:
• Complete resume and JCJC employment application
• Minimum of three (3) references attesting to the abilities in the work area.
• Documentation of educational achievement (transcripts, etc.).
• Documentation of work experience.
Jones County Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in its programs, activities, or employment practices. The (ADA/ Section 504) ADA Coordinator, Terrell Tisdale Library, phone 601-477-2673, and (Title IX) Title IX Coordinator, Hutcheson Hubbard Administration Building, phone 601-477-4127, have been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding the non-discrimination policies. Jones County Junior College, 900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.