Substitute Daycare Teacher

Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Substitute Daycare Teacher, where your passion for nurturing young minds will help shape the future! In this rewarding role, you’ll create a safe, engaging, and stimulating environment for children at various developmental stages. This substitute position guarantees a minimum of 8 hours per week and requires readiness to work in classrooms ranging from infants through preschoolers. Your enthusiasm and dedication will inspire curiosity, foster learning, and promote social-emotional growth in a caring setting. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while developing your skills in childhood development and classroom management.

Duties

• Provide substitute coverage in infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms, adapting to each classroom’s routines and children’s needs.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development for children in preschool, toddler care, or infant care.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children by adhering to health and safety guidelines, including first aid procedures when necessary.
• Foster positive behavior management strategies to encourage good conduct and social skills among children.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment that supports learning and creativity.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop individualized care plans and educational strategies that meet each child's unique needs.

Requirements

• Willingness and readiness to work with children across all age groups, from infants through preschoolers.
• Prior experience working with children in daycare, preschool, babysitting, nannying, or similar settings is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of childhood development principles and early childhood education best practices.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is required; we are willing to assist with this training, if necessary.
• Strong classroom management skills to create a structured yet flexible environment conducive to learning.
• Ability to engage children through nurturing caregiving techniques and positive reinforcement.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with parents, guardians, and team members.
• Demonstrated ability to handle behavior management challenges with patience and professionalism.

Embark on a fulfilling career where your enthusiasm fuels children's growth! We’re dedicated to supporting our educators through ongoing training opportunities, a collaborative work environment, and comprehensive resources designed to enhance your teaching journey. Join us today to help shape bright futures—one child at a time!

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 8.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person