Substitute

POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: HS/EHS Substitute SALARY RANGE: 5
SUPERVISES: N/A WORK STATION: Classroom, Bus
Kitchen

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Site Supervisor
Component Managers

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Education:
To assist and cooperate in a supportive role to the teacher/teaching staff in carrying out
developmentally appropriate activities for a Head Start classroom. Assist with the daily preparation
and clean up of lunches and snacks, assist staff in monitoring children on the playground and
accompany teachers and children on field trips. Promote health, safety, nutrition and the education of
the children in the classroom.

Nutrition:
As the single cook/custodian, be responsible for preparing breakfast, lunch and a snack for the Head
Start center and be responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen, all areas used for food preparation,
and overall cleanliness of the Head Start center. Or, as an additional cook/custodian, assist and
cooperate in a supportive role to the cook in carrying out nutrition activities for a Head Start center.
Assist with meal planning and preparation, maintenance of food service areas, and participate in
providing meals and snacks to children and assist with cleanliness of the kitchen, all areas used for
food preparation, and overall cleanliness of the Head Start center.

Transportation:
Assist and cooperate in a supportive role to the Head Start bus driver in providing safe and punctual
transportation to and from classroom sites. Observe and monitor behavior of children, interact with
parents and staff to promote the well-being of children.
Understand the responsibility of being a mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect. Read and
understand the Child Abuse and Neglect reporting policy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
As assigned by site supervisor, relevant to component area.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Read Orientation Manual for each component area.
3. Agree to Standards of Conduct and sign Conduct Agreement.
4. Sign Confidentiality Statement.
5. Obtain initial medical exam and TB assessment within 30 days of employment. Complete a
medical exam and TB assessment every five years following initial employment.
6. Pass background screen, child abuse/neglect screen, drug screen, and be subject to random
drug testing.
7. Maintain conduct that promotes a positive image to staff, parents, agency and community.
8. Understand responsibility of being a mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect. Read and
understand Child Abuse and Neglect Policy. Failure to follow reporting procedures, including
incidents involving other staff members, may result in termination.
Additional requirements:
Possess personal qualifications: emotional maturity, willingness to cooperate with the standards of
the program, respect for children and adults, flexibility, patience, good personal hygiene, and physical
and mental health which does not interfere with responsibilities. Must have good verbal
communication skills and visual ability to observe children. Ability to fulfill responsibilities under
pressure, including during emergencies.
Working Conditions:
Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Risk involved with travel on main highways, side
streets and rural roads during the transportation of children. Risk of exposure to communicable
diseases. Must be able to lift 55 pounds, many times a day, climb into the school bus, bend, kneel
and squat frequently. Job requires standing for long periods of time, as well as stooping, squatting,
running; and sitting in child sized chairs and/or on the floor.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by a
person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be
performed in such a position, including changes in location, classroom, caseload, and hours. The
Executive Director may, at any time, for disciplinary purposes, the utilization of personnel, or for the
general good of the program, reassign an employee from one position to another position.

I accept the duties and responsibilities as outlined in this position description. This position is not
exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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Signature of Employee Date
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Signature of Supervisor/Mentor Date of Orientation

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