Early Childhood Education Substitute Teacher
About The Position
Bright Horizons is seeking an on-call Substitute Teacher to support young learners in early education and preschool classrooms. The role offers flexibility and may involve working in different centers and with various age groups. Substitute Teachers provide classroom coverage wherever needed across a center or nearby locations, supporting children’s care, supervision, and curriculum delivery in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, guidance, and applicable laws and regulations. This position requires in-person work in the Redwood City, California area. Candidates must pass required state and company background checks and meet applicable state and company minimum education and experience requirements. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. ECE coursework and relevant degrees or experience are preferred as described below. The hourly compensation range is $20.40–$31.45. Actual offers depend on factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors. Benefits for this position are subject to eligibility requirements and include career development opportunities and free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Pass required state and company background checks.
- Meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements.
- Comply with applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons, and client-site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical or screening, and health and safety training.
- Be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequently lifting, carrying, or holding children weighing 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally handling weights over 40 pounds; demonstrating full range of motion for lifting, reaching, squatting, climbing, sitting, and participating in activities; responding immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations or emergencies; and maintaining mental and physical alertness and appropriate energy.
Nice To Haves
- Completed ECE units are preferred: Child Development, Child Family Community, and two curriculum courses. For Infant or Toddler positions, the Infant/Toddler class is required as one of the curriculum courses. Transcripts are required at time of hire.
- One year of experience working in child care, daycare, or preschool settings is preferred.
- A CDA, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in early education or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with hands-on activities that meet children’s needs and interests.
- Maintain open communication with parents and share their child's daily milestones.
- Keep the classroom safe and clean by following essential procedures and guidelines.
- Provide teaching coverage in any classroom or age group where needed across a center or nearby locations.
- Provide supervision, care, curriculum delivery, and services in accordance with Bright Horizons policies, procedures, and guidance, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Help ensure the safety of children in Bright Horizons care.
Benefits
- Career development opportunities.
- Free college degrees through the Horizons CDA & Degree Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
