Preschool Classroom Teacher

Join Our Team at CenClear!

Position: Preschool Teacher Substitute
Location: All CenClear Preschool Centers

Travel (Required): Must be able to travel to any CenClear Preschool Center (mileage/time reimbursed per policy)

Employment Type: Full-time, Salaried (Exempt)

Pay: Compensation is based on relevant education, experience, qualifications, and the established pay scale for the position.

About CenClear
At CenClear, our mission is to improve lives through high-quality early childhood and behavioral health services for all ages. Serving over sixteen counties in Pennsylvania, we are committed to fostering growth and wellbeing in individuals, families, and communities. We take pride in being a trusted provider and a top employer, recognized for our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

Why Work at CenClear?

Our core values guide everything we do:

• Teamwork: We believe in unity, collaboration, and the power of working together.
• Change & Innovation: We embrace new ideas to drive continuous improvement.
• Respect & Compassion: Every person is treated with dignity in a safe, caring environment.
• Integrity: We operate with honesty, fairness, and trust.
• Resilience: We encourage self-awareness, self-care, and meaningful relationships.
• Wellbeing: We care deeply about our employees' physical, emotional, and economic health.
• Community Commitment: We collaborate and advocate with and for our communities.

About the Role:

Teach. Inspire. Grow. Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about early childhood education and enjoy creating a positive, supportive environment where young children can learn and thrive? We are looking for a Substitute Preschool Teacher to provide classroom coverage when Lead Teachers or classroom support staff are unavailable.

This flexible position may include day-to-day substitute assignments or long-term classroom coverage, depending on program needs. In either setting, you'll help maintain a safe, nurturing, and consistent learning environment for the children we serve while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education.

If you are dependable, adaptable, and passionate about helping young children learn and grow, we'd love to hear from you!

Be the reason a child believes in tomorrow.

What You'll Do:

• Help ensure children receive high-quality, consistent care and instruction when classroom staff are absent.
• Lead the classroom in the absence of the Lead Teacher and provide classroom support when support staff are unavailable.
• Coordinate classroom staff and provide appropriate direction and support to classroom team members.
• Implement the Creative Curriculum for Preschool, PBIS, Sanctuary Model practices, and other classroom practices with fidelity.
• Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans and learning experiences.
• Ensure children are safely supervised, supported, and engaged throughout the day.
• Complete required attendance, assessments, screenings, and other program documentation.
• Support individualized goals for children and families and participate in parent conferences, home visits, and family engagement activities as required.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, coworkers, school district staff, and community partners.
• Communicate with families in a positive and professional manner, including through ClassDojo as needed.
• Provide services that are equitable, culturally responsive, and supportive of each child's and family's individual needs.
• Participate in classroom activities, meetings, recruitment, trainings, supervision, and other program activities.
• Follow CenClear policies, the Employee Handbook, Early Childhood Handbook, applicable school district policies, and program requirements.
• Provide coverage across CenClear Preschool locations as needed. Travel is required, with mileage and travel time reimbursed according to policy.
• Work 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, during the school year according to the assigned work calendar. Daily schedules may vary based on classroom needs.
• Complete other Lead Teacher or classroom responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Active Pennsylvania Pre-Kindergarten-4 (PK-4) certification, Preferred Candidates with a current Pennsylvania teaching certification may be eligible to add PK-4 certification by completing the required testing. If hired with a Level I certification, the employee must convert to Level II certification within the required timeline.
• Associate degree Early Childhood or a related field with coursework equivalent to a major in early childhood education; or
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (PK-4), Early Childhood, or a Bachelor's degree in related field with coursework equivalent to a major in Early Childhood/Elementary Education (PK-4)
• A genuine interest in working with young children and supporting their growth, development, and learning.
• Knowledge of child development, early childhood education, and Head Start/Early Head Start regulations.
• Ability to create a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with children, families, coworkers, and community partners.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing classroom needs and provide coverage where needed.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of health, safety, nutrition, family dynamics, adult learning, and community resources, with the ability to connect families to appropriate resources.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use required technology and systems.
• Willingness and ability to travel to CenClear Preschool Centers as needed to provide classroom coverage.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting on the floor, climbing stairs, operating cleaning equipment, and actively participating in classroom activities.
• Required clearances must be obtained prior to hire: PA State Police Criminal History Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI Criminal History Check, and Mandated Reporter Training Certificate.

Perks You'll Love:

• Meaningful work that positively impacts families and communities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (cost shared)
• Paid Holidays (10 per year this includes a floating holiday)
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• Paid Planning Time
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k) with up to 7% company match (start contributing after 30 days; employer match begins after 1 year and 1,000 hours worked)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (includes immediate family members)
• Flexible Work Schedule (if position qualifies)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition/Course Reimbursement for applicable coursework
• Student Loan Forgiveness (if position meets PSLF and LRP program requirements)
• Technology and Software Discounts available

Ready to Make a Difference? Join us in fulfilling our vision: To be the employer and provider of choice in our communities. Apply Now!

CenClear is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.