Preschool Substitute Teacher

Temple Sinai - With nearly 1000 member families, Temple Sinai has a vibrant program of religious, spiritual, educational, social and social action initiatives.  Temple Sinai is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism, which represents the liberal tradition of Judaism. 

Our vision is to create and sustain an engaged community that welcomes and connects people from all walks of Reform Jewish life.  We strive to nurture the spiritual, educational, and emotional lives of the families and children in our community. 

Temple Sinai Preschool is a play-based, Jewish preschool in Oakland. We strive to create a warm and welcoming classroom and school environment that supports children in positive play, building community, and developing a positive Jewish identity. 

Position: Substitute Teacher (Part-Time) 

Job Purpose: 
The Substitute Teacher works in partnership with teaching teams to provide responsive support across classrooms. This role helps ensure a warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for all children by actively engaging in the daily rhythm of the classroom. The Substitute Teacher collaborates with colleagues to uphold the school’s values and create a positive, inclusive classroom community. 

Key Responsibilities 

Professionalism 

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic 

• Maintain confidentiality for all children, families, and colleagues 

• Engage in reflective practice and accept feedback with openness 

• Contribute to a respectful, collaborative workplace culture 

• Be a flexible and supportive member of the school community 

Teacher & Staff Relations 

• Work cooperatively with teachers and administrators 

• Demonstrate responsiveness to direction and guidance from school leadership 

Teacher & Child Relations

• Engage with children through a warm, responsive, and developmentally appropriate approach 

• Support peer relationships and social-emotional growth through gentle guidance and presence 

• Participate in children’s play as a coach, role model, and active observer 

• Reinforce classroom expectations and help guide problem-solving and conflict resolution with empathy and respect 

• Redirect behaviors with empathy and understanding, in alignment with classroom norms 

• Contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment that nurtures each child’s sense of belonging 

• Contribute to creating environments that reflect the values, identities, and learning of the children 

Health & Safety 

• Maintain active supervision of children at all times 

• Adhere to all health and safety protocols, including those in the Emergency Preparedness Handbook 

• Assist in maintaining cleanliness and safety of all indoor and outdoor learning spaces 

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

• Minimum 1 year of experience in an early childhood or early elementary education setting 

• Demonstrated interest in continued professional growth and learning 

• 12 ECE Units

Additional Requirements 

• Up to Date Mandated Reporter Training Certificate 

• Health screening and TB test 

• Immunization records (MMR, Tdap, and Influenza) 

• Pediatric CPR/First Aid 

• Completion of all required Community Care Licensing (CCLD) paperwork