Early Childhood Substitute Associate Teacher
About The Position
Make a Difference with TEACH-LA! Are you passionate about helping children grow and thrive? Join TEACH-LA for hands-on experience, flexible hours, and career support while making a lasting impact in early childhood education. TEACH Track is our workforce initiative designed to open doors for those who need it most—including English language learners and individuals who have been long-term unemployed. Funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, TEACH Track helps you overcome barriers to entering the early childhood field by providing: Financial assistance to cover the upfront costs of becoming an educator, Professional training from trusted education partners, Paid, on-the-job classroom experience, Job placements with real opportunities to grow in early childhood education. Our mission is to expand access to quality jobs while preparing the next generation of educators to nurture and inspire young children. The Substitute Associate Teacher will work under general supervision, supporting the care, instruction, and development of preschool-aged children. This includes assisting in lesson planning, supervising daily activities, serving meals, and ensuring a safe, healthy environment.
Requirements
- 12 completed ECE/CD units required (AA degree or higher preferred)
- Minimum 6 months–1 year experience with preschool children (Head Start experience a plus)
- Strong understanding of child development & classroom management
- CPR/First Aid certification
- Valid CA Driver’s License & proof of insurance or reliable transportation
- DOJ fingerprint clearance (Livescan with CA Community Care Licensing)
- TB test (within past 11 months) & health screen clearance
- Immunizations: MMR, Tdap, Flu
- COVID vaccination or approved exemption
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. and meet physical demands of active work with young children
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills a plus
Responsibilities
- Share teaching duties with a Teacher I or II
- Supervise children in indoor/outdoor settings
- Prepare snacks/meals & maintain clean food areas
- Promote healthy hygiene habits (including diapering as needed)
- Assist in lesson planning & developmental assessments
- Support teacher-parent conferences & occasional home visits
- Maintain records (attendance, progress, assessments)
- Set up classrooms & organize materials
- Travel to various school locations (15 mile radius)
Benefits
- Competitive pay that values your skills and experience
- Flexible schedules – full-time, part-time, and on-call options available
- Paid training & professional development to grow your career
- Gain valuable experience working directly with children
- Child Development Permit reimbursement to support your career journey
- Referral bonuses for bringing great teachers to the team
- Career pathway in a growing field with room to advance
- Financial assistance to cover the upfront costs of becoming an educator
- Professional training from trusted education partners
- Paid, on-the-job classroom experience
- Job placements with real opportunities to grow in early childhood education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
