Substitute Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We're looking for a reliable and adaptable Substitute Teacher to fill in for our daycare classrooms when needed. As a key support staff, the ideal candidate will help maintain a secure, supportive, and engaging environment for young children, ensuring daily routines and activities run smoothly in the absence of the regular teacher. This role requires supervising children, assisting with age-appropriate learning activities, supporting social and emotional development, and following established lesson plans and center policies. Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for early childhood care are essential.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
• Maintain daily classroom routines, schedules, and behavior expectations.
• Implement lesson plans and activities provided by the lead teacher or director.
• Engage children in age-appropriate educational, play, and creative activities.
• Assist with meals, snacks, diapering, toileting, and nap time as needed.
• Monitor and support children’s social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive guidance techniques.
• Communicate effectively with daycare staff regarding classroom needs or concerns.
• Follow all center policies, state regulations, and health and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.

Requirements

• At least 2 credits or one noncredit, department-approved course in early childhood education before completing 240 cumulative hours of work as a substitute.
• Is at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a lead teacher in a daycare.
• Associates degree or higher education.