Substitute Teacher

Our purpose is unlocking the potential of people, nature, and science to nourish the world. We consistently incorporate social and environmental impact into decision making given its importance to the success and profitability to our business.

At Kalsec, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment by embracing the wisdom and strengths that diversity brings.

Job Summary: Substitute teachers are offered shifts to cover for absent staff and can accept or decline.  Substitute teachers are responsible for helping with the daily tasks of caring for the children in the program.  All staff are responsible for the safety of the children and their academic and social-emotional growth and development.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Attending staff meetings and trainings is optional.
2. Comply with all Michigan State Licensing Requirements at all times.
3. Execute the typical childcare tasks such as diapering, moving furniture, cleaning, laundry, removing garbage, supervising in the play yard, covering breaks, subbing in classrooms, etc.
4. Effectively collaborate and communicate with colleagues
5. Maintain “Brightwheel” in order to communicate with parents and provide updates and photos throughout the school day
6. Maintain positive, patient interactions with the children at all times

Education/Experience:

Required:

• Knowledge of child development
• Ability to think and problem-solve creatively and with a tremendous amount of patience and compassion
• Familiarity with Michigan State Childcare Licensing requirements
• Possess a profound respect for children and the natural environment, a positive attitude, reliable work ethic, and commitment to learning
• Possess experience and genuine appreciation for diversity of races, cultures, and developmental differences and a love for the outdoors (in all weather!) and the natural environment

Equipment Operation: N/A

Physical Requirements:

• Pushing quad stroller
• Ability to lift up to 40 pound child
• Hiking, frequent walks, other outdoor activities
• Bending, squatting, crawling, standing, kneeling, sitting on the floor with children

 This job description is not intended to cover every detail or every aspect of the job identified.  Other duties may and will be assigned based upon the workload and needs of the department.

Kalsec® is committed to providing safe food to its customers.  This position requires completing annual food safety training. Food safety training is conducted through Kalsec® electronic training program and on-the-job training in each department.

The organizational chart identifies personnel responsible for covering food safety responsibilities in the absence of this position.