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Preschool Substitute Teacher

Spring Education Group

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#Play-Based Learning#Early Childhood Education
#Classroom Instruction
#Preschool
#Infant Care
#CDA
#ECE Units
#Licensed Childcare
#Toddler Care
#Child Development Associate
Part TimeOn Site0-2 yrs$20 - $25/hrPosted 22 hours ago

Location

Carlsbad, California

Salary

$20 - $25/hr

Quick overview

Support classroom instruction and daily routines for children ranging from infants to school-age. Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging environment while collaborating with teaching teams to follow lesson plans.

Requirements summary

Must be at least 18 years old with a High School Diploma or GED and either 12 Core ECE units or a CDA certification. Requires a minimum of 6 months of teaching experience in a licensed childcare program.

high schoolprofessional certificateCommunicationAdaptabilityRelationship BuildingChild SupervisionClassroom ManagementEarly Childhood EducationPlay-Based LearningLesson Plan Implementation

Job description

  • Discovery Isle Preschool is seeking a dependable and flexible Preschool Substitute Teacher to support our school!
  • This role offers the opportunity to work across classrooms serving children from infants through school-age, ensuring continuity of care and learning when teachers are absent.
  • Ideal for those exploring early childhood education or looking to grow into a long-term classroom role, this position provides valuable experience and the potential to transition into a full-time teacher position.
  • As a Substitute Teacher, you’ll step into classrooms as needed, support daily routines, and maintain a positive, engaging environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn.
  • What You’ll Do: Support classroom instruction and routines for multiple age groups (Infant–School Age) Encourage independence and collaboration through hands-on, play-based learning.
  • Assist with instructional activities, supervision, meal/snack times, and transitions Maintain a clean, safe, and organized classroom setting aligned with school expectations Collaborate with teaching teams and follow established lesson plans and schedules Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow staff members Model professionalism, flexibility, and a willingness to jump in where needed

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years old and have an awarded High School Diploma or GED AND one of the following: Completed 12 Core ECE Units including 3 Infant/Toddler ECE Units OR Have an awarded Child Development Associate (CDA) in Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Minimum of 6 months prior teaching experience in a licensed childcare program. Ability to adapt to different age groups, teaching styles, and classroom needs Strong communication, reliability, and a warm, caring presence Authorization to work in the United States Why Join Discovery Isle Preschool: Flexible, as-needed schedule with opportunity to grow Experience working across all classroom ages- Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, and School-Age Supportive team culture rooted in collaboration and respect Professional development, mentorship, and pathway to full-time employment Meaningful work that directly supports each child’s development and daily success If you’re ready to inspire young minds, build lasting connections, and grow your career in early childhood education, apply today and help us continue developing the best schools and educators in America! 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.

Benefits

  • Professional Development
  • Mentorship
  • Pathway To Full-Time Employment

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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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