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Preschool Substitute Teacher

Spring Education Group

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#Classroom Management#Early Childhood Education#STEM#Preschool#STEAM#WASC-accredited#Child Growth and Development#Child Family and Community
#Substitute Teaching
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$25 - $27 / HOURPosted 16 hours ago

Location

San Jose, California

Salary

$25 - $27 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Preschool Substitute Teacher is responsible for implementing teaching methods and executing lesson plans to ensure smooth classroom operations. Duties include covering classroom needs, maintaining the classroom environment, and building positive relationships with staff and students.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have 12 ECE semester units in specific coursework or a Bachelor's Degree in Child Development. Prior experience in a preschool setting and strong communication skills are preferred.

bachelor degreeCommunicationCollaborationClassroom ManagementEarly Childhood EducationStudent Relationship BuildingLesson Plan Execution

Job description

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

About the Role

Preschool Substitute Teachers have the fun opportunity to enjoy working with a wide variety of students and implementing an array of teaching methods and techniques. Your ability to connect with young learners and execute lesson plans will help ensure the classroom runs smoothly on any day as necessary. You will also… Cover classroom duties as needed Maintain the ordered arrangement, appearance, and décor of the classroom Develop relationships with other school staff Treat all students with kindness and respect

What We Offer

Pay range: $25.00 - $27.00 Position located at San Jose, CA This is an on-call position What We Are Looking For 12 completed ECE semester units (or 18 quarter units), including coursework in: Child Growth and Development Child, Family, and Community Program/Curriculum OR a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development Prior experience in a preschool setting preferred Strong communication and collaboration skills To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

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Spring Education Group

Spring Education Group is a national network of independent schools serving students from preschool through 12th grade. We believe that students can achieve more than they imagine. Each Spring school offers a carefully designed program led by expert educators who cultivate...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQCampbell, California

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Market context

California preschool substitute roles stay in steady demand

Preschool substitute teachers in California are often needed to cover daily absences and maintain classroom continuity in early childhood programs. These roles can be competitive because schools and centers look for candidates with strong communication skills, a genuine interest in young children, and current compliance documents such as a negative TB test and valid state background check. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your documents are current before applying.

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