Extra Help - Substitute Teacher (EH26-048) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville – East St. Louis, Illinois

Positio Title: Extra Help - Substitute Teacher (EH26-048)

Location: East St. Louis, IL
Apply Before: 01116
FLSA: Exempt

Description: Description

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Extra Help - Substitute Teacher (EH26-048). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Implement the program curriculum and Head Start Performance Standards into the preparation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans. In charge of the facilitation of children's learning.
• Organize the classroom in well-developed and defined learning centers, while maintaining a classroom environment that is clean, safe and free of clutter.
• Manages the classroom operations, including behavior, using appropriate child guidance techniques. Plans appropriate activities for assistants and volunteers.
• Engage with the children at all times including in the classroom, on the playground and during transitional times.
• Work collaboratively with all program staff to maintain on-going professional and appropriate communication with parents.
• Work collaboratively with all program staff to observe children in assigned classroom environments and make appropriate communication with parents.
• Maintains accurate classroom records, including attendance records. Participate in Center Staff meetings and Head Start program meetings.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

-Possess an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or 60 college credits with at least 6 hours in Early Childhood Education and coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood Education with experience teaching infants/toddlers and/or preschool aged children; or
-One year of child development experience in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed day care center and 30 semester hours of credits from an accredited college or university; or
-Completion of credentialing programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G of Early Childhood Teacher Credentialing Programs ( Child Development Associate Credential, Certified Childcare Professional, Gateways to Opportunity Credentials)

Preferred Qualifications
-A Baccalaureate degree in Early Childhood Education

Supplemental Information

Application Materials and Information:

1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
2. Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

About Extra Help Positions:

Extra Help job listings typically close three days after the opening date, unless specified in the closing date. Extra Help employees are appointed to fulfill casual or emergent needs within the university. The amount of time for which services are needed is not usually predictable and payment for work performed is on an hourly basis and based on actual hours worked. Workdays and hours may vary according to departmental requirements. Extra Help employees do not receive SIUE benefits, holiday pay or paid sick or vacation leave.

Extra Help employees are required by State Universities Civil Service System rules to take a 30-calendar-day break after working 900 hours. At the end of the 30 days, you may begin another 900-hour employment cycle in a new position if available. Working Extra Help will in no way affect any other employment opportunities with SIUE, including your position on and Civil Service register. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment.

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at CareerInfor@siue.edu

EEO Statement:

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email CareerInfo@siue.edu
Opening Date: 01/13/2026

Closing Date: 2/16/2026 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/