Substitute Teacher-The Children's School
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Posting Details (Default Section)
Posting Number:
20250595T
Position Title:
Substitute Teacher-The Children's School
Position Type:
Temp/Intern
Location:
Villanova, PA
Work Schedule:
casual/seasonal
Approximate Number of Hours per Week
This position has a call-in schedule, hours will vary
Department:
404-The Children's School
Position Summary:
Why work at Villanova?
- Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
- Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
- Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.
The Children's School of Villanova University is a pre-school and kindergarten facility staffed by teachers certified in early childhood education. Throughout the day, children are involved in a variety of developmentally engaging activities, such as storytelling, building, painting, and gardening. These and many other experiences provide children with opportunities to develop socially, cognitively, and physically as they make connections and develop tools to express themselves.
We are currently looking for a call-in substitute teacher to support with coverage of classes as needed.
This role creates a learning environment where young children can learn and construct knowledge as a result of meaningful experience (instruction) that support the social/emotional, academic, and physical development of the learner. Strives to incorporate developmentally appropriate activities that are both age-appropriate and individually appropriate for each child.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Promotes, plans for, and encourages children's play.
- Provides balanced instruction that addresses the development of the intellectual, social/emotional, and physical abilities of the student in an environment that is structured, but not rigid.
- Plans for and implements developmentally appropriate learning activities that support the current thematic unit.
- Prepares materials for activities and connects children to resources that support their learning.
- Helps children develop by modeling, assisting, and encouraging participation in a variety of activities and appropriate behaviors.
- Reviews BEE rules and participates in school wide behavior plan.
- Writes weekly lesson plans that support the thematic units.
- Makes observation/informal assessment of children's learning, play, and social interactions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required; Bachelor's degree in education preferred
- Certification in Early Childhood Education (related certification may be considered) OR at least two years of experience working with young children in an early childhood setting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in education preferred
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:
EEO Statement
Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University's mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.
Posting Date:
02/12/2025
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:
$26.10 an hour
Job Classification:
non-exempt
- Location:
- Villanova
- Job Type:
- PartTime
