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Support on Standby Program: a wrap-around workforce support program for childcare directors/owners
Support on Standby (SOS) Program is a Colorado state-licensed substitute placement agency that uses a mobile app to instantly match qualified substitute teachers, directors, and food service staff with licensed child care centers and homes. This unique membership program provides exclusive access to our Guest Teacher Registry, articles, free training, and discounted workforce support services.
SOS Guest Teacher Program Mission
It SOS’s mission to provide a System of Support that ensures a safe, educational, and positive substitute experience for both the Guest Teachers and licensed providers. SOS teachers focus on making transitions as smooth as possible as young children typically do not like change, especially when it’s their favorite teacher who’s gone! Not only do we want children and families to feel confident separating from their children, but we hope that by the end of the day, the children will leave wanting more!
From drop-off to pick-up, and the child-centered play in-between, these Guest Teachers have all the tools to make the day special.
The SOS program provides a space for those who need or want a flexible schedule that fits their life. It is the primary goal of the SOS program to reach into all communities where there is a need. We develop teachers into expert substitutes who thrive in varied educational environments and feel a sense of pride in the important role they play in keeping all ECE programs running efficiently.
SOS Guest Teachers Are...
Qualified, Prepared, and Friendly! All SOS Guest Teachers have been screened, verified, and receive extensive training before being placed on a job assignment. SOS Teachers are equipped with 3 simple and effective classroom management kits that support teachers in new environments. These adaptable kits were developed by The Wheelhouse Collaborative specifically for substitute teachers working with children infant through school-age.
- Professional Kit – support resources and tools to help with transitions, drop off and pick up
- Guidance Kit – easy classroom management and behavior guidance tools to use for any age group
- Engineering Kit – age-appropriate books and literacy-based ramps and rollers curriculum
With all these tools, substitutes feel more like a special “guest teacher” and children are excited to learn about engineering while their favorite teacher is away.
Support on Standby Quick Info
SOS Phone Number – call or text: 303.736.9153
SOS Mobile App Customer Service Business hours: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 5:30pm
SOS Mobile App: 24 hour/day, 7 days/week (you can book through the App anytime, but SOS staff are only available for support 7am – 5:30pm)
Wheelhouse Collaborative/SOS Program Staff Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
Your membership to the SOS Program includes more than just finding a substitute that you can depend upon, it’s a support system for directors/owners to share resources and learn from each other. Membership rate is on a sliding scale:
- Small: 1 – 50 children enrolled $50.00
- Medium: 51 – 100 children $100.00
- Large: 101+ children $150.00
TWC provides the following benefits with your membership:
- Real-time staffing support for staff holes and call-ins.
- Free monthly child guidance training for teachers
- Free monthly director’s training – workforce support
- 10% off of training, coaching, and consulting
- SOS Mobile App provides direct connection to SOS Administrative Staff and the Substitute Guest Teachers you request.
- Other perks, rewards, and community gatherings along the way!
Alliance CARE Mobile & Desktop App Features
Provider real-time tracking of sub requests, placements, confirmations, and time clocks.
Providers can request Guest Teachers anytime through Alliance CARE for 3 to 10 hours per shift.
Providers can request Guest Teachers you know and love!
Guest Teachers can clock in/out and track and update schedules in real-time.
Substitute Workforce Program State Subsidy for Providers
- Managed through Early Learning Ventures, this program provides hourly rate subsidies to make the cost of Substitute Lead Teachers more affordable.
- Subsidies are on a sliding scale based on the following criteria: Licensed Capactity, Quality Rating, and acceptance of CCCAP.
- CLICK HERE to view the Program Flyer
- CLICK HERE to visit the State Program Website
- Contact Us to learn more and what your hourly rate is.
*Substitute Roles & Rates for Providers Prior to State Subsidy (these are not Guest Teacher wages).
*Lead Teacher | $31/Hr
*Center Director | $33.50+/Hr (depending on size of center)
*Kitchen Staff | $25-29/Hr
*Infant Supervisor | $32.50/Hr
*In-home Provider | $31/Hr
*Bi-lingual Lead | $32.50/Hr
Direct Online Billing & Payments: Invoicing is processed weekly on Mondays for the previous week through Quickbooks. Payment is due within seven (7) days from the date of receipt through Quickbooks or Bill.
Support the SOS Program!
Steps to get started:
Licensed Providers looking for substitutes must first register for the SOS Program. Annual membership fee of $149 covers registration and onboarding.
5 Easy Steps:
- Set up SOS membership account right here on the SOS Website (link below).
- Attend SOS program orientation webinar and sign the Agreement.
- Access the SOS portal and set up SOS Mobile App Profile and payment information.
- Make a request with details of job assignment
Wait for a reply from the App and a SOS Guest Teacher will be on the way!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!
Guest Teachers only need a few minimum qualifications to apply! All GTs graduate from SOS job training and are fully qualified when placed on job assignments.
- 32-40 hours/week availability
- Ability to clear background checks (FBI, CBI, Child Abuse/TRAILS)
- Physically able to work with small children
- Minimum 1 year leading a classroom in childcare setting
- Completion of one college course: ECE 101 AND ECE 103
State minimum education & experience requirements vary depending on position. Free/Grant-funded college courses are available! (ECE 101, 103 and Director’s courses). Click Here to register for free ECE Courses!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW!
