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NY1495771 Substitute Teacher-Head Start/Early Head Start for Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency. Pay: $15.00/hour. JOB FUNCTION: The Substitute will work with the classroom team, this includes parent(s)/guardian(s), families, volunteers, and other classroom staff to ensure the successful operation of the classroom to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Provide direct and competent supervision to ensure the safety and security of children at all times in accordance with Head Start, NY State Office of Children and Families regulations in the classroom, during outdoor experiences and field trips. * Establish developmentally appropriate relationships with children. * Attends to the physical needs of the children (diapering, toileting, feeding, resting, rocking and holding children.) * Assist with activities that supports children in progression of School Readiness goals and objectives. * Participates in meals with the children as a curriculum activity, to model good nutrition and developmentally appropriate social skills for children age birth to 5. * Assists the Teacher with other needed tasks throughout the day. * Completes custodial duties not provided by the lease agreement. * Demonstrates commitment to mission, values and policies in the performance of daily duties. * Understands and supports MVCAA, Inc. Supervision of Children policy.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Performs other duties as assigned to ensure the successful execution of the program. QUALIFICATIONS: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Able to communicate with children and families as well as maintain accurate records. * Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality and privacy * Adheres to agency personnel policies and procedures * Attends trainings and meetings as required * Basic computer literacy in email, word processing and internet navigation * Knowledge and experience working with families and children with low income with diverse backgrounds * Background check, fingerprint screen and physical exam and TB * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. * Must be able to move throughout classroom, building, gross motor areas, and outside venues during a field trip. * Must be able to interact with children at the child's level.

For consideration, apply online at www.mvcaa.com/employment or send cover letter and resume to: Sarah Sandore, H. R. Director, 9882 River Rd., Utica, NY 13502

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT: Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency is committed to a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, immigration status or other protected status as required by Equal Opportunity Law. MVCAA is a place where every employee has a voice. We actively recruit, train, and promote people with diverse perspectives, demographics, and abilities. MVCAA is dedicated to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion for all members of our community. Diversity is more than a single focus on one aspect, it is woven into the very fabric of our agency and grant programs.

MISSION STATEMENT: To increase awareness of the causes and conditions of poverty, forge a future of hope and equity, and strengthen families and communities.

COMMUNITY ACTION PROMISE: Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people, help themselves and each other.