Preschool Substitute Teacher

Merryhill School • Sacramento, CA

18d

About The Position

As a Preschool Substitute Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help lay the foundation for lifelong learning by creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environment for young children. You will foster curiosity, independence, and confidence through purposeful play and hands-on learning, helping each child feel supported and celebrated.

This part-time position provides classroom coverage at the Danbrook Drive and Karitsa Avenue preschools in Natomas, Sacramento, based on staffing needs. You will follow established lesson plans and classroom routines while collaborating with teachers and school leadership to maintain a consistent, positive learning experience.

Requirements

• 12 semester or 18 quarter ECE units covering child development, child/family/community, and curriculum; or a bachelor’s degree in Child Development.
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to support different classrooms and provide coverage at both Natomas campuses.
• Ability to maintain a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Nice To Haves

• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification.
• Prior early childhood teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow and implement age-appropriate curriculum focused on early literacy, language development, math concepts, motor skills, and social-emotional growth.
• Support a classroom culture that nurtures each child’s individuality while promoting curiosity and confidence.
• Provide a structured yet playful environment through intentional, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Supervise children attentively during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, rest periods, and transitions.
• Assist with toileting and other age-appropriate personal-care routines.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and school leadership to support classroom continuity and program goals.
• Communicate relevant classroom and student updates to teachers and school leadership.
• Maintain a clean, organized classroom and follow health and safety policies, licensing requirements, and school procedures.

Benefits

• Same-day pay through Dayforce Wallet, with access to earned wages before payday.
• Professional development.
• Education reimbursement and partnerships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time