CATHOLIC CHARITIES MAINE·Biddeford, Maine
The substitute teacher will actively engage with and observe children to support and facilitate their learning experiences. They are responsible for providing holistic, child-centered care while maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
The substitute teacher is the professional person who will be actively engaged with and observe the children while supporting, promoting, enhancing, and facilitating learning situations. We recognize and value the role our teaching professionals have played in our nearly 50-year history of providing holistic, child-centered care. If you’re an individual who’s passionate about play, celebrates diversity, and recognizes every child as a unique individual who is deserving of love and respect - we want you to join our team!
$1,000 Sign-on bonus! ($250 after 3 months, $250 after 6 months, $500 after 9 months) A great team of coworker All employees earn Earned Time 401k Agency Contribution 10% Discounted childcare rates for employee’s children (exclusive to Private Pay) 20% off at Threads of Hope Thrift stores Pay: $16.50 - $18.50/hour. Salary commensurate with education/experience Schedule: Monday through Friday, as needed. Center is open 8:00AM – 5:00PM. QualificationsQualifications: A minimum of a high school diploma and be 18 years of age. Preferably a CDA or some Early Childhood coursework, or a compatible course of study. At least three months experience working with children. Must be willing to become CPR & First Aide certified.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years old, with at least three months of experience working with children. A CDA or early childhood coursework is preferred, and the candidate must be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
Market context
Substitute teacher openings in Maine often reflect ongoing day-to-day coverage needs in schools, so districts may look for candidates who can start quickly and adapt to different classrooms. This role is competitive because schools value reliability, prior child experience, and any early childhood training; the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details faster. If you plan to apply, highlight your child-care experience and any CDA or early childhood coursework in your materials.