Elementary Substitute Teacher

Spring Education Group • Mission Viejo, CA

1d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a WASC-accredited independent private school in California serving preschool through 12th grade. Its program includes a STEAM-based curriculum recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and the school was the first in California to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

The Elementary Substitute Teacher maintains classroom continuity when a teacher is absent. The substitute steps into established learning environments, engages students in educational activities, and helps keep the school day productive, structured, and enjoyable. The role works with students across elementary grade levels and supports a variety of subjects. It offers flexible substitute teaching opportunities and exposure to different grade levels, teaching styles, and classroom experiences, with an opportunity to explore a future transition to a full-time teaching role.

The position requires the ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities. It regularly involves walking, standing, sitting, squatting, stooping, reaching, kneeling, rising from the floor, twisting, listening, reading, writing, and speaking English. It often involves carrying, lifting, repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally pushing, pulling, or bending. Clear vision, with or without correction, and hearing are regularly required. The employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• A genuine interest in working with elementary-aged students and supporting their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Strong classroom management skills, including the ability to establish expectations, maintain structure, and engage students productively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and school leadership as appropriate.
• Flexibility and creativity in responding to different classroom environments, teaching styles, and student needs.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility for student supervision and classroom continuity.
• Ability to follow lesson plans, provide clear instructions, and keep students engaged in learning.
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
• Ability to speak English and meet the position’s stated physical and sensory demands, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Prior classroom teaching or instructional experience in an elementary school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement teacher-prepared lesson plans, classroom activities, and assignments to keep students engaged and learning.
• Establish clear expectations, maintain classroom routines, and promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Encourage student participation, answer questions, provide guidance, and adapt to students’ varying learning needs.
• Supervise students during instruction, transitions, recess, lunch, and other assigned activities, following campus procedures.
• Keep students on task, completing assigned work, and focused on learning objectives during the regular teacher’s absence.
• Share relevant classroom updates, student concerns, and information about the school day with appropriate team members.
• Transition between grade levels, subjects, classroom routines, and instructional needs as campus priorities change.
• Follow school policies, student supervision guidelines, safety procedures, and established practices for student well-being.

Benefits

• Opportunity to grow classroom experience and explore future opportunities to transition into a full-time teaching role.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students’ learning and development.
• Collaborative school environment where educators work together to support student success.
• Exposure to a variety of grade levels, teaching styles, and classroom experiences.
• Flexible substitute teaching opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level