Young Learners (Infant and Toddler) Substitute Teacher 2024 - Greater Atlanta Christian School

We are seeking a caring, compassionate individual who has experience caring for children ages six weeks to two years who would like to be a substitute. We are committed to providing top-quality care and education for children who are enrolled in our program. Our goal is to enhance the lives of every child that attends our facility.  If you are a patient, caring individual with childcare experience, we hope you will get in touch about this position.  The position will typically assist with the following:

• Physical care of infant/toddler (including diapering, feeding, and cleanliness);
• Following an age-appropriate curriculum;
• Ensure the safety of the children, and cleanliness of the classroom, and treat each child with dignity and respect for his/her cultural background;
• Interact with each child on a daily basis through circle time, centers, snacks, lunchtime, playground, free play, etc.;
• Utilize effective classroom management;
• Maintain quality results by following and enforcing standards;

Qualifications:

Our school strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.  We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job that is engaged and passionate in promoting our faith-based mission for our students, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed. Feel free to contact us with any questions about your application.

• Be at least 18 years old;
• High school degree or GED;
• Relevant previous daycare experience working with children in a licensed or accredited daycare, childcare center, or preschool;
• Caring and compassionate attitude a must;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, decision-making, and organizational skills;
• Must have critical thinking, monitoring, negotiating, and learning skills;
• Ability to convey a dynamic, energetic, and fun-loving spirit;
• Must have problem-solving and creativity skills;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle pressure;
• Successful reference, background check, and drug/alcohol clearance;
• Acknowledgment of, and agreement with, the School's Community Covenant and Statement of Faith.

Physical Requirements:

In order to create a safe and dynamic learning environment, Childcare Workers should be able to perform the following physical demands on a regular to frequent basis as needed:

• Lift and carry children (up to 50 lbs.), including kneeling, bending, stooping, stretching, or squatting to interact with children;
• Using fingers and hands to manipulate small objects;
• Running short distances;
• Sitting on the floor;
• Bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching out;
• Moving arms and legs quickly;
• Coordinating movement of several parts of the body such as arms and legs, while the body is moving.

• Successful background check, reference checking, and drug screening clearance.
• Acknowledgment of and agreement with GAC’s Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.

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