Early Childhood Education Substitute

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Section I: Position Details

Job Opening Date: July 6, 2026

Wage: $19.00/hour

Job Season: August 24, 2026- June 4, 2027

Location: The HRDC has Head Start centers located in Bozeman & Belgrade. Substitute teaching opportunities may become available at either location.

Job Status: This is an on-call contract position. In the event that a classroom staff member is unable to report for work that day, substitutes are called to see if they are available to cover the open shift for that day. Shifts can vary - Operating hours are 7:30am - 4:00pm)  The school year is approximately 9 months (September through May). The HRDC has Head Start centers located in Bozeman & Belgrade. Each center varies and can have anywhere from 2 to 4 classrooms, with one lead teacher, an assistant teacher, and an education aide assigned to each classroom.

General Description: Works cooperatively with classroom, center, and management staff on a consistent basis to become familiar with daily activities and Head Start philosophy.

Minimum Requirements: Must have current Tetanus and MMR immunizations and shot record proving this (needed shots will be paid for by Head Start). Present or past Head Start parent or member of the local community preferred.

Skills Needed: Displays a friendly, warm personality. Understands and likes young children. Shows patience when working with children. Accepts and nurtures special needs children. Demonstrates emotional maturity and ability to follow established procedures and directions. Able to communicate tactfully and effectively to solve problems and contribute to classroom activities. Displays a flexible, positive attitude and willingness to assist where needed. Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Tasks: Assists staff in carrying out daily center activities, outings, field trips, and special events. Assists with clerical work and clean up with staff supervision. Reads stories, supervises outdoor activities, mixes finger paint, readies art supplies and provides other assistance as requested. Helps provide a smooth change from one activity to another. Prepares and supervises various activities with teaching staff. Assists with meal preparation and service, family style dining in the classroom, meal clean up, and dishes when substituting for the Education Aide.

Expectations: Increased understanding of child development along with health and safety standards. Provide adequate role model for children and adults. Follow directions, be able to implement ideas, and communicate in a professional manner.

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