Spring Education Group·Milpitas, California
The substitute teacher is responsible for covering classroom duties for TK-Grade 1 and implementing various teaching methods to ensure smooth classroom operations. They must maintain the classroom environment and foster positive relationships with students and staff.
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.
What We Offer: Pay range: $27-$30 hourly Location: 341 Great Mall Parkway, Milpitas, CA Employee Referral Bonus
Elementary 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 broad knowledge of subject matter and executing lesson plans will help ensure the classroom runs smoothly on any day as necessary. You will also… Cover classroom duties as needed in TK-Grade 1 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 Are Looking For Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university Prior classroom experience in an elementary classroom setting is preferred Flexibility and creativity 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.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required, with prior elementary classroom experience preferred. Candidates must possess the physical ability to perform classroom tasks and demonstrate flexibility and creativity.
Market context
In California, substitute teacher roles often see steady demand because schools need flexible coverage for absences and short-term staffing gaps. These positions can be competitive when they ask for childcare experience, First Aid and CPR certification, and comfort with active classroom demands. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review details faster; before applying, confirm whether your experience as a lead teacher in daycare or preschool settings matches the listed requirements.