Substitute Teacher

Who We Are:

BrightBee is an educational technology startup revolutionizing how K-12 schools recruit and engage with support staff. Our mission is to create a future where schools thrive and workers (who we call bees) have the support they need to prosper and grow.  We believe in unlocking the potential of every school team member, no matter where they started their career journey. 

How BrightBee Works:

You’ll be an essential part of our dynamic workforce as an independent contractor, ready to respond and commute to on-site work opportunities at nearby K-12 schools and nonprofits via the BrightBee app. You’ll be able to pick which work assignments match your experience, preferences, and schedule and will never have to take on an assignment that you don’t feel is a fit for you. 

What You Will Do:

We are partnering with schools in San Jose seeking versatile and dependable Substitute Teacher to join our educational team. In this role, you will step into diverse classroom environments to provide seamless instructional continuity when the regular teacher is absent. The ideal candidate is a quick learner who can command a classroom with professional poise, follow lesson plans with precision, and foster a positive learning atmosphere for students of all backgrounds.looking for substitute teachers lead engaging, hands-on culinary wellness classes for students in TK–12th grade. 

A Day in the Life:

Schedule & Commitment:

• This is a full-time, in-person position during school hours (7am-3pm).
• Starting in August 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the classroom space and materials in accordance with provided lesson plans

• Lead student instruction and maintain behavioral expectations

• Manage daily classroom tasks, including taking attendance, monitoring hall passes, and supervising lunch or recess periods as required

• Document student progress and classroom happenings through detailed end-of-day reports to ensure the permanent teacher is fully informed upon their return.

Must Haves: 

• Experience working with youth in grades TK–12

• Must be comfortable leading large groups and managing a classroom environment
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and pivot between different educational settings at a moment’s notice.
• California Substitute teaching permit or California Teacher Certification 

Important Note about Certification: A valid California Substitute Permit is not required at the time of application; however, active progress toward certification is expected during the interview process. Full certification is a prerequisite for employment and must be obtained by June 1, 2026.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to see and hear clearly, communicate effectively, and perform frequent physical tasks including standing, walking, lifting students (with assistance), and moving objects up to 50 pounds. Requires manual dexterity and mobility across various work environments, including occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay: The starting rate for this role is $31/hr with regular multipliers. The more you take on, the more you earn! 

• Total Flexibility: Set your own schedule and work as much—or as little—as you want. Claim daily assignments through our app to match your availability.

• Room to Grow: Build your experience, sharpen your skills, and explore a variety of roles to support your professional development.

• Bee-longing: Join a buzzing community where you’re not just a worker—you’re part of the hive (and yes, we love bee puns).🐝

BrightBee centers child safety at the core of its work. Applicants must undergo a background check, adhere to a code of conduct, and comply with all mandated reporter training and reporting requirements

Prior to working with students, you will need to pass a background check, livescan and may need to obtain other necessary testing/clearances and provide us with authorization to contact former employers..  Rest assured, we will guide you through the process!

Please note, assignments may require the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time

BrightBee provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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Salary : $31