Part Time Lead Childcare Teacher (Day), Lathrop, CA

Wellthy•Freeport, ME

3d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Patch Caregiving provides backup childcare to workers through their employers, with care spaces located within parents’ workplaces. The Lead Childcare Teacher manages a play-based, multi-age care room for children ages 2–12. The position is part-time and based in person at the Lathrop, California site. Coverage is generally needed Monday through Thursday, approximately 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with variable start and end times confirmed the Friday before the upcoming week. The schedule is typically about four shifts per week, and the role requires flexibility and availability on short notice. The teacher leads activities and curriculum, communicates with parents, supports children’s safety and wellbeing, and maintains a clean, organized care space. The role also includes collaboration with other teachers and the Center Director, ongoing training, and occasional enrollment or outreach events.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare, preschool, or similar setting; babysitting or nannying experience does not qualify.
Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate learning.
Experience with diapering and knowledge of diapering best practices for toddlers.
Familiarity with toilet-training approaches and ability to support children at different stages.
Strong communication skills with children and parents.
Ability to manage challenging behaviors with patience and positivity.
Comfort with digital tools for parent and staff communication.
First Aid and CPR certification; the employer can support completion before the start date.
Flexibility for a variable schedule, with availability on short notice.
Ability to lift children weighing up to 40–50 lbs, sit and move at floor level, stand for extended periods, and maintain constant supervision of children indoors and outdoors.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as a Center Director.
Experience managing multi-age groups, including school-age children.
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or similar certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children in the care room.
Lead age-appropriate activities and manage group dynamics with empathy and skill.
Communicate regularly with parents and handle emergencies calmly.
Plan and implement curriculum and hands-on activities.
Maintain records and paperwork, and keep the space clean and organized.
Collaborate with fellow teachers and the Center Director.
Participate in ongoing training and occasional enrollment or outreach events.
Provide active, hands-on supervision of children indoors and outdoors.