Temporary Long Term Substitute First Class Pre-K (Auxiliary Teacher)

Salary: $22,440.00 - $35,740.00 Annually
Location : Tuscaloosa, AL
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: FT2023:67
College/Division: SSCC-209240-Child Development
Opening Date: 12/18/2023
Closing Date: 1/3/2024 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Shelton State Community College
Position Summary
The Temporary Long Term Substitute First Class Pre-K (Auxiliary Teacher) is responsible for assisting the Lead Teacher in planning and coordination of children's activities at the Child Development Center under the direction of the Director. The Temporary Long Term Substitute First Class Pre-K (Auxiliary Teacher) will provide instruction for children and maintain a classroom environment according to the standards of the Office of School Readiness First Class Pre-K Guidelines. The Temporary Long Term Substitute First Class Pre-K (Auxiliary Teacher) will assume responsibility for operation of the center in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
SALARY SCHEDUE PLACEMENT: This is a grant funded position of limited duration. Range of $22,440 - $35,740 based upon the 2023-2024 Alabama Community College System and Shelton State Community College Pre-K Local Salary Schedule to be determined by the applicant's education and years of applicable experience. Applicant acknowledges that if selected for the position that applicant's placement on the applicable salary schedule will be dependent upon the verified information provided by the applicant in accordance with the applicable work experience verification requirements stated herein.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the mission and goals of the community college as well as the Office of School Readiness
• Demonstrate and maintain a high level of competence and expertise in the teaching field and subject area
• Provide instruction for children, age 4, during the day, for 180 days per academic year, plus 7 professional development days
• Provide for effective evaluation of the learning experience of each student utilizing Teaching Strategies TeachGOLD
• Maintain a classroom environment that meets the documented standards of the Office of School Readiness First Class Pre-K Guidelines
• Assume responsibility for operation of the center in the absence of the Lead Teacher
• Lead students during mealtimes by appropriate modeling manners and communication skills
• Supervise all children during the schedule classroom days and times
• Assist the Lead Teacher in providing thoughtful planning and preparation throughout the scheduled day, including the required lesson planning and daily schedule
• Encourage appropriate behavior, utilizing appropriate classroom management skills and discipline techniques
• Assist with meal and snack service
• Sustain consistent contact with OSR Regional and Coaching staff
• Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic, personnel, and submit them according to announced deadlines
• Comply with all requirements of the OSR First Class Pre-K Grant
• Comply with all requirements under Alabama Minimum Licensing Standards for Childcare under N.A.E.Y.C. accreditation standards
• Participate in annual planning and evaluation sessions in support of the College's vision, mission, and institutional goals and objectives
• Demonstrate effective people skills, communication skills, and work ethic

Secondary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate with parents on program policies, children's activities, and children's progress
• Attend and/or conduct staff meetings and in-service training
• Work with the Lead Pre-K Teacher and Director in setting and implementing policies, goals, and the philosophy of the SSCC Child Development Center

Other Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Comply with policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College
• Serve on College committees as required
• Participate in professional development, compliance, performance excellence, and training activities as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications
Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Child Development Associate credential (CDA) or at least 9 credit hours of college coursework in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited institution
• Must be at least 19 years of age or older

Preferred:

• Experience with the First-Class Pre-K OSR program
• TeachGOLD Training and/or previous experience
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practice

Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will not be considered. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: The online submission of a complete packet is the sole responsibility of the applicant. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration of this position. No copies will be given of the application information submitted. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements to work in the U. S. at the time of appointment and must travel at their own expense for all in-person interviews.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: A completed application packet consists of:

• An online Shelton State Community College employment application.
• A cover letter of application specifically detailing and relating the applicant's education, and experience to the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• A current resume.
• A copy of high school diploma, GED certificate, or unofficial college transcripts.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
WORK EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION:
Meeting Minimum Requirements: If the requirements for a position list work experience in a field or area the Applicant must provide written verification(s) of their applicable work experience in order to be hired for the position. Such written verification(s) of work experience must demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum work experience requirement. Applicants who do not produce this information as indicated will be ineligible for hire and subject to having any offer of employment withdrawn.
Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.
Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties are not self-evident in the documentation.
Deadline for Producing Work Experience Verification: With limited exception, work experience verification documentation must be produced prior to any official offer of employment. Work experience verification from a current employer may, upon request, be delayed until an official offer of employment. Any offer of employment at a salary step greater than zero (0) or made without prior verification of any required work experience, is contingent upon production of this documentation by the applicant within ten (10) days of the offer. It is the applicant's sole responsibility to provide this verification of work experience. The College is not responsible for any cost associated with such verifications.
EEOC, E-VERIFY, BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:
Shelton State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Shelton State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Shelton State Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. The applicant may be responsible for the cost of the criminal background investigation.
This employer participates in E-Verify.
Part-Time position not eligible for benefits.
01
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree.

02
Application packets that are incomplete will not advance in the hiring process. Please select the answer below that best describes your application packet status as it pertains to your cover letter.

• I have included a cover letter with my application and it specifically details and relates my education and experience to the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• I have included a cover letter with my application but it does not specifically detail and relate my education and experience to the qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of the position.
• I have not included a cover letter with my application.

03
Application packets that are incomplete will not advance in the hiring process. Please select the answer below that best describes your application packet status as it pertains to your resume.

• I have attached my current resume.
• I have attached my resume but it is not current.
• I have not attached my resume with my application.

04
Application packets that are incomplete will not advance in the hiring process. A copy of your high school diploma or GED, or college transcripts are specifically required and must indicate your name and the name of the institution you attended. As such, please select the answer below that best describes your application packet status as it relates to your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.

• I have attached a copy of my high school diploma or GED to my application packet.
• I have not attached a copy of my high school diploma or GED to my application packet, but I have attached copies of my college transcripts that demonstrate I meet the educational requirements of the position.
• I have not attached my high school diploma, GED, or any college transcripts to my application packet.

05
Select from the list below the highest level of education you have completed.

• High school diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Professional degree (e.g. specialist, etc.)
• Doctorate degree
• None of the above

06
Select the answer below that most accurately describes your status regarding a Child Development Associate credential (CDA) OR your coursework in early childhood education or child development.

• I have a current, valid Child Development Associate credential (CDA).
• I DO NOT have a current, valid Child Development Associate credential (CDA), BUT I DO HAVE at least 9 credit hours of college coursework in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited institution.
• I have BOTH a current, valid Child Development Associate credential (CDA), AND at least 9 credit hours of college coursework in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited institution.
• I DO NOT HAVE a current, valid Child Development Associate credential (CDA), AND I do not have at least 9 credit hours of college coursework in early childhood education or child development from a regionally accredited

07
Select the answer below that most accurately indicates your age qualification for this position.

• I am 19 years of age or older and I meet the age requirement for this position.
• I am under the age of 19 and do not meet the age requirement for this position.

Required Question