Substitute Preschool Teacher - Immediate Start

Job Description

We’re Hiring Now for the 2026–2027 school year!
\n We’re hiring multiple substitute preschool teachers to support school districts and private preschool centers. The roles vary from mid-term substitute placements, with you working directly in a classroom Monday through Friday, supporting students and staff on a consistent, daily basis. We also have availability for our daily substitute program, where you can choose which centers / hours work best for you!

About Zen Educate
\n Zen Educate connects schools with passionate, high-quality educators through a simple and transparent hiring process. We partner with public and charter schools to help them find the right staff, while making it easier for educators to discover roles that fit their skills, preferences, and career goals. Our mission is to create better outcomes for students by supporting the educators who make it happen, through smarter matching, fairer pay, and ongoing support.

Responsibilities:
\n - Lead classroom routines, activities, and play-based learning
\n - Create a warm, engaging, and safe environment for children
\n - Dependable, collaborative, and passionate about early learning
\n - Collaborate with staff and follow each center’s curriculum and routines
\n - Maintain classroom organization and MN DHS licensing standards
\n - Communicate effectively with families and staff

Qualifications (Required by MN DHS):
\n To qualify as a Lead Teacher in Minnesota, you must meet one of the following:
\n - Option 1: 24 quarter (16 semester) credits in ECE/Child Development and 2,080 hours of experience
\n - Option 2: AA or BA degree in Early Childhood or related field
\n - Option 3: CDA credential and 2,080 hours of experience
\n - Must be at least 18 and pass MN DHS background study

Nice-to-Have:
\n - 1+ year experience in a licensed childcare or preschool
\n - Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Hmong)
\n - Completed pediatric CPR & First Aid certification

Salary
\n Pay: $21 - $24 per hour, paid weekly.
\n Schedule: Full-time or flexible substitute options

Benefits and other offerings
\n - Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
\n - Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
\n - Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
\n - Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
\n - 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.

Don’t wait! Apply and connect with a recruiter today and take the first step toward your future in education.

Ref: #MSPECETZA-Nov26