Job description

What is SOS?

The Support on Standby Program (SOS) is a licensed substitute teacher placement agency within The Wheelhouse Collaborative that provides Guest Teacher and Director Services to childcare centers throughout the Denver Metro Area and Boulder. All substitutes are independent contractors, not employees of the Wheelhouse Collaborative.

What are the best parts of working as a substitute at The Wheelhouse?

· You get to support your fellow ECE colleagues who need you. Everyone is always happy you’re there!

· Make great money while you grow! $23/hr for Lead Teachers and $26/hour for Directors.

The SOS Program provides a System of Support to all of our substitute Guest Teachers to ensure success and growth over time.

· Play and learn with young children in licensed childcare programs near your home or college

· · The SOS Mobile App keeps track of all job requests and gives you peace of mind while working in the field.

What is the short job description?

The SOS Substitute Early Childhood Teacher Lead (ECTL) provides substitution services for young children from infant through school-age when the permanent lead teacher is absent.

Substitute Lead Teachers are experienced in managing young children and assistant teachers in partnership with permanent child care staff.

SOS Substitute ECT Leads are knowledgeable of developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom management skills to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

What are the Key Highlights of this Job?

Overall Responsibilities include: Health, safety and supervision, curriculum implementation, serving meals, managing naptime, communicating with families, and providing a loving, fun, and safe learning environment.

Where will I work?

Our goal is to keep all substitute placements within 30 min of your home/school. However, we will go as far as 30 miles depending on the time it takes to travel to the job site. Job locations are spread out around the Denver Metro area and Boulder/Longmont and our service area is growing every day.

You will be placed in licensed child care centers only which means there is consistency throughout all centers you are placed in. They range in size and philosophy which will be shared with you when you arrive at each job assignment. You will always have time to ask questions before you are expected to in be in-ratio.

Will I work every day?

Yes, we would prefer that! How much you work depends on the hours you provide us in your employment contract. If your offer letter states full-time, we will do everything in our power to keep you at 35-40 hours. There will not be a shortage of work if you are open to travel a bit. Bonuses are available for long travel times.

What skills does the ideal candidate have?

· Professional and positive approach to life and work. Enjoys working in new environments and learning something new about kids every day.

· Self-motivated in increasing knowledge and skills by attending staff meetings, training, college level classes, and/or

· Skilled at planning, initiating, and implementing educational activities geared to the developmental needs of the group of children in your care.

· Possesses the maturity and sound judgment needed to handle emergency situations.

· Practices professionalism in everything you do while on the job and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with parents, children, and co-workers

What are the minimum qualifications for a Substitute ECT Lead?

Qualifications for this position are set by the State of Colorado and are required for all substitute teacher positions. Plan on a one-week turn-around for submitting all documentation after you receive the job offer.

The required documentation includes:

· ECT Leads: ECE 101 and103 with at least 1 year working in a classroom

· · Federal and CO Criminal History Background Checks AND CO child abuse background check

· CPR/First Aid Certification

· 3 Professional References

· Covid Vaccine (preferred)

· Additional training is required before being placed on assignment and can be done while submitting documents

How long does it take to get a job offer?

If you’ve worked in ECE and have ECE courses, you can expect to get a job offer by the end of the first online interview or soon after. Our goal is to interview you and assess your qualifications within 5 days of receiving your application.

How long is job training?

Orientation and SOS Job training is typically 6 hours, 3 sessions, two hours each and are provided in the evening 6:30 – 8:30PM. We also have daytime training depending on the circumstances.

When can I expect to be working in the field?

For in-state applicants (lived in CO for last 5 years), collection of documents and job training will last one weeks. For out-of-state applicants, up to four (4) weeks due to other background check requirements.

What if I need to change my work schedule? a set schedule since placements are long-term. When you complete your offer letter with your SOS Navigator, you will provide us with your work schedule.

What are typical work hours for this position?

SOS requires at least 15 hours of weekly availability to be hired. Child care programs typically run from 7am to 6pm so substitute work hours would reflect this.

Job Types: Contract, Full-time, Part-time

Hourly Rate: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Good pay

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations: Covid Vaccine preferred.

Application Question(s):

• REQUIRED: Are you able to clear the required criminal history background checks for the FBI, CBI, and TRAILS child abuse? If unsure, contact us!
• Please share what age groups are you qualified to teach? Infant, Toddler, Preschool, School-age? Choose one or all age groups.
• Do you have at least 1 year experience working in a child care setting, preferably as a Lead Teacher?
• Have you completed the following college courses: ECE 101or ECE 103 or at least 6 college credits?

Education:

• 6 credits of ECE courses. College courses ECE 101 (Intro to ECE) and ECE 103 (Guidance) are recommended.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Westminster, CO: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have you lived out of state in the last 5 years?

Experience:

• Lead Teacher: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• PDIS Early Childhood Professional Credential Level 2 (Required)

Work Location: One location

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