On Call Substitute Childcare Teacher, Middletown, PA
About The Position
Patch Caregiving provides backup childcare to workers through their employers, with care spaces located within parents' workplaces. The On Call Substitute Childcare Teacher will manage a play-based, multi-age care room for children ages 2–12. The role includes caring for children, leading activities and curriculum, communicating with parents, and keeping the space safe, clean, and engaging. This is a part-time, variable-schedule position with a consistent need for coverage one day per week, approximately 10 a.m.–4 p.m., plus other weekday day-shift coverage as needed at the Middletown, Pennsylvania site. Schedules are typically finalized on the Friday before the upcoming week, with start times confirmed through a scheduling tool or message from the Regional Care Director. Shift times vary according to employer schedules, and the position requires flexibility and availability on short notice. It is a long-term, ongoing role, not a seasonal position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Lead Teacher in a daycare, preschool, or similar setting; babysitting and nannying experience do 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 various stages.
- Strong communication skills with children and parents.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviors with patience and positivity.
- Comfort using digital tools for parent and staff communication.
- First Aid and CPR certification; the employer can support completion before the start date.
- Some sites, usually hospital locations, require drug testing, TB testing, and proof of immunization records.
- Some states have additional state background-check and fingerprinting requirements.
- Ability to lift children weighing up to 40–50 lbs, sit and move at floor level, stand for extended periods, and maintain constant supervision indoors and outdoors.
- Flexibility and availability on short notice for a variable schedule.
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.
Benefits
- Weekly paychecks.
- Paid sick time.
- Free First Aid/CPR training and certification.
- Learning stipend.
- Professional coaching.
- Flexible days off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
