SSPS Early Learning CenterFloater (Daycare) (ECEC Site)

2025- 2026 School Year

Position:Sand Springs Public Schools Early Learning Center Floater (Daycare)

Location:Early Childhood Center

Days and Hours:182 days/ 8 hours daily/will follow SSPS academic calendar for days on and off work

Supervisor:Site Principal Lisa Banks and Director of Early Learning Center Chelsea Taylor

Reports to:Director of Sand Springs Public Schools Early Learning Center and ECEC Building Principal

Supervises:N/A

Qualifications for a Substitute Teacher:

Must be at least 18 years old and have an HS diploma or GED or be in the process of receiving a GED for a period not to exceed 12 months pass a yearly National Criminal Background Check and meet all other requirements set by the Department of Human Services as required by the position.

Teachers.

The program employs individuals meeting the position-specific requirements in (1) through (3) of this subsection.

1. Position-specific qualifications.

Teacher:

Are at least 18 years of age; and

Have at least:a high school diploma GED or licensing-approved equivalent; or completed 10th grade and are in the process of obtaining a GED for a period not to exceed 12 months from employment.

2. Position-specific responsibilities.

Teachers:

have the primary responsibility for the direct care of children; and

participate in:

lesson plan development and implementation;

classroom arrangement;

parent communication and family engagement; and

program development and evaluation.

3. Position-specific professional development.

Teachers obtain and maintain CPR and first aid certification requirements per OAC340:

Teachers assuming the position:

on or after November 1 2016 get the certification within three months; or

before November 1 2016 and get the certificate before November 1 2017.

(Will compensate for certifications)

Job Goal:Providing care and supervision for infants through preschool children throughout the day.

Following the laws and guidelines set forth in DHS Regulations for a licensed daycare facility.

Classification:Nonexempt

Evaluation:Annually by Supervising Teacher/Director and Site Principal

Physical Demands:

This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA it is not an exhaustive list of duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specificposition.

Regular Requirements:

Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead above the shoulder and horizontally; repetitive use of fingers and hands to grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students; lift/move up to 75 pounds.

Occasional Requirements:Lift/move up to 75 pounds

Visual Requirements:Close distance color peripheral depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Hearing/Speaking Requirements:Adequate to exchange information

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Note - these duties vary based on individual student needs and individualized education plans.

Typical duties may include:

Move from classroom to classroom as needed.

Accompanies students during meals and assists students with getting and eating meals and cleaning up after meals.

Monitors students during nap times.

Cleans and maintains an efficient work area.

Assists with instruction errands and copies related to an assigned student(s).

Alerts the Director of concerns related to the student.

Maintains confidentiality of student information.

Complies with all federal state and local laws board policies and procedures.

Utilizes professional behavior in all school-related interactions.

Assists the Director in monitoring students progress

Assists the Director in observing recording and charting behavior.

Assists the Director with crisis problems and behavior management.

Supervises children in the hallway lunchroom classroom and playground.

Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem and self-discipline.

Responsible for assisting the Master Teacher with implementing policies and procedures regulations and daily operations guidelines including developmentally appropriate practices.

Assist the Director in reviewing each childs progress and developing written plans to promote each childs growth and development.

Maintain a well-organized safe and attractive classroom environment conducive to the childrens optimal growth and development

Observe and maintain records on each child to assess skills interests and needs and use this information tofacilitate learning and growth.

Establish a positive relationship with each childs parent and/or guardian and share information about the childs day while attending the childcare.

Conduct and/or assist the Director during staff/parent meetings.

Assist the teacher in fully implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and inclusion of children with disabilities and special needs as needed.

Responsible for assisting the Center Director and the Director in implementing parent involvement activities.

Maintain dignity empowerment and respect with all children parents callers staff and volunteers.

Act as a positive role model.

Perform other duties as required or assigned. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Exhibits patience and a kind demeanor.

Is capable of thinking and acting quickly in a crisis.

Communicates clearly and effectively.

Demonstrates ability to think creatively.

Demonstrates knowledge of school or center policies expectations and requirements.

Exhibits ability to remain calm professional and understanding when dealing with frustrated parents or misbehaved children.

Possesses mental and physical stamina required to work with small children.

Demonstrates knowledge of proper first aid and emergency response procedures

Performs all other tasks as the supervisor may assign.

*Additional certification may be required.

DISCLAIMER:

Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbent will possess the skills or aptitudes to perform each duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.