Substitute Staff

Job description

Description
CIFC's Danbury Early Learning Programs (HEAD START & SCHOOL READINESS) seeks hourly / per-shift Substitute Staff. Our Substitutes are highly utilized and often lead to permanent employment. Perfect P/T opportunity for College students and parents.
Program hours are Mon-Friday 7:30am-5:45pm, available shifts are coverage dependent (e.g. 7:30-3, 8-4pm; 9:45-5:45pm; 1:30-5:45pm). Substitute Staff are scheduled for planned staff vacations and for day-of, unplanned coverage needs. Some long term assignments are available.
Substitute Staff work under the direction of the Substitute Coordinator and a daily classroom Teacher. The position is responsible for assisting classrooms to maintain routines, curriculum, meals, and related activities for children (ages 6 weeks-5 years old).
This position is a great opportunity for candidates interested in Early Childhood Education, an opportunity to learn about the field or gain experience, and a desire for maximum schedule flexibility.
This position offers occupational growth opportunities.
Benefits:
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• flexible schedule

Closing Date: open until Filled
Equal Opportunity Employer
Requirements
RequirementsSuccessful candidates possess:
• Are 18 years or older;
• A high school diploma or GED equivalence (preferred);
• Have some childcare or preschool experience; and/or
• Motivated candidates do not require experience.

Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.
Health Requirements:
• Recent documentation free of communicable diseases (i.e. TB and COVID); and
• Recent fit for duty examination.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.